Basic Vinaigrette
Serves 1
Directions
- 1Fill three quarters of a cup with olive oil.
- 2Fill the remaining quarter with lemon juice and vinegar.
- 3Add a tablespoon of honey to reduce acidity.
- 4Add a tablespoon of mustard to adjust the color and consistency, but this is optional.
- 5Chop one teaspoon of basil and one teaspoon of thyme.
- 6Add the chopped herbs to the measuring cup.
- 7Press two large cloves of garlic into the cup.
- 8Add one teaspoon of salt and half a teaspoon of black pepper.
- 9Mix the ingredients well and transfer to a bottle.
- 10Refrigerate for up to five days.
Ingredients
- 0.75 cup olive oil
- lemon juice
- vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 teaspoon basil
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Equipment
measuring cuplemon squeezerknifecutting boardgarlic pressspoonbottle
Tips
- Mustard is optional.
- Best to start using it the second day so the taste will be set.
- Remember to shake it well before use.