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Simple Everyday Salad Dressing

A quick, balanced vinaigrette for leafy salads, vegetables and grain bowls.

YieldMakes about 180 ml (3/4 cup)

Prep5 minutes

Cook0 minutes

Total5 minutes

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Simple Everyday Salad Dressing

Ingredients

120 ml (1/2 cup) extra-virgin olive oil
60 ml (1/4 cup) fresh lemon juice or vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
5 ml (1 tsp) Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) fine salt
1/4 tsp (1.25 ml) black pepper

Instructions

Put all the ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid.
Shake firmly for 20-30 seconds, until the dressing is combined and slightly thickened.
Taste and adjust the salt, pepper or acidity before serving.

Notes

For a slightly sweeter dressing, add 1-2 tsp honey or maple syrup.
Use red wine vinegar for a robust dressing, white wine vinegar for a lighter dressing, or balsamic vinegar for a sweeter finish.
Refrigerate for up to 1 week. Bring to room temperature and shake before using.