This Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe comes together in minutes, no fancy tools needed! It’s tangy, well-balanced, and thick enough to coat salads or roasted veggies evenly.
Author’s note
5 Minutes To The Best from-scratch Dressing!
I’ve been making this simple balsamic vinaigrette recipe for years. At this point, I have all the measurements memorized and can throw it together with my eyes closed. So when I realized I hadn’t actually shared the recipe yet, I couldn’t believe it. I knew it needed to be up right away.
This balsamic vinaigrette is my salad secret weapon. It’s quick to shake together, it uses pantry staples, and it’s the kind of dressing that somehow makes any salad feel special. It is satisfying to it on simple greens, roasted veggies, grain bowls, or even drizzled over grilled chicken. It’s tangy, balanced, and coats everything just right.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Notes & Swaps |
|---|---|
| Balsamic vinegar | Use the best quality you can. Aged balsamic has more depth. If you only have white balsamic, it will be milder and slightly sweeter. |
| Olive oil | Avocado oil also works if that’s what you keep on hand for this balsamic vinaigrette recipe. |
| Dijon mustard | Adds tang and helps everything blend together. |
| Honey | Balances the vinegar. Use maple syrup for a vegan option. |
| Red wine vinegar | My “secret” addition. It keeps the flavor bright. If you don’t have it, add an extra splash of balsamic. |
How To Make Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe
- Combine all the ingredients in a small jar with a tight lid (or a mixing bowl).
- Shake or whisk until fully blended and emulsified.
- Taste & adjust by adding more honey for sweetness, more vinegar for tang, or extra salt and pepper as needed.
Storage
- Keep this balsamic vinaigrette recipe in a container in the fridge for 5-7 days.
- Note: If it thickens or separates, leave it out for 15-20 minutes and shake it up.
- For the best flavor, make it ahead and chill it in the fridge. The flavors blend better and taste better cold!
More Dressing Recipes:
Dressings
Cafe Rio Salad Dressing
Dressings
Strawberry Vinaigrette Recipe
Salad Dressings
Citrus Vinaigrette Recipe
Salads
Cherry Balsamic VinaigretteUse Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe For
- Toss with a simple green salad or heartier ones like Caprese Quinoa Salad or Chicken Spinach Salad.
- Drizzle over roasted veggies (broccoli, asparagus, Brussels Sprouts).
- Add to sandwiches by tossing mixed greens with the dressing first.
- Spoon over a grain bowl with quinoa, couscous, or farro.
- Use as a marinade for chicken, steak, or even shrimp.
Variations
What About A White Balsamic Vinaigrette?
I hear you, It is satisfying to white balsamic vinaigrette too!
White balsamic is pressure cooked to stay light and aged for less time, giving it a mild, sweet flavor and a golden color.
