Basic Vinaigrette With Mustard

Ingredients

• ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons or more good wine vinegar
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 heaping teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 large shallot (about 1 ounce), peeled and cut into chunks

• Nutritional Information

  • Nutritional analysis per serving (6 servings)

    164 calories; 18 grams fat; 2 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 13 grams monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 0 grams carbohydrates; 0 grams dietary fiber; 0 grams sugars; 0 grams protein; 10 milligrams sodium

  Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
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about 3/4 cup

Preparation

1. Combine all ingredients but the shallot in a blender and turn the machine on; a creamy emulsion will form within 30 seconds. Taste and add more vinegar a teaspoon or two at a time, until the balance tastes right.
2. Add the shallot, and turn the machine on and off a few times until the shallot is minced within the dressing. Taste, adjust seasoning and serve. This is best made fresh but will keep a few days refrigerated; bring back to room temperature and whisk briefly before using.

5 minutes