Best Parmesan Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipes

ARUGULA SALAD WITH SHAVED PARMESAN AND BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a small stainless steel or glass bowl, whisk together the vinegar, mustard, sugar, salt, pepper, and garlic until the sugar and salt are dissolved. While continuing to whisk, add the olive oil in a thin, steady stream until emulsified. Taste and adjust the seasoning, if necessary.
• Place the arugula in a large salad bowl and toss with some of the vinaigrette. Divide the salad among serving plates and garnish with shaved Parmesan. Serve immediately.

ROMAINE AND RED ONION SALAD WITH PARMESAN BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a small bowl toss the bread cubes with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and salt to taste and on a baking sheet toast them in the middle of the oven for 10 minutes, or until they are golden. Transfer the croutons to a salad bowl and let them cool. In a blender or small food processor blend together the garlic, the vinegar, the water, 3 tablespoons of the Parmesan, the orégano, the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste until the dressing is combined well. To the croutons add the romaine, the onion, and the dressing, toss the salad well, and sprinkle it with the additional Parmesan.

PARMESAN BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Mince garlic and mash to a paste with 1/4 teaspoon salt, then whisk together with vinegar, lemon juice, basil, parmesan, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper.
• Add oil in a slow stream, whisking until well blended.

PARMESAN BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Mince garlic and mash to a paste with 1/4 teaspoon salt, then whisk together with vinegar, lemon juice, basil, parmesan, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper.
• Add oil in a slow stream, whisking until well blended.
• Makes about 2/3 cup.