Name: Honey Mustard Vinaigrette at Home
Yield: 10

Honey Mustard Vinaigrette is sweet, tangy, and creamy—reliable for salads, marinades, or a veggie dip.

Overhead view of a dinner salad with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette

author’s note

The Dressing You Need In Your Fridge!

Lately, I’ve been obsessed with this salad with honey mustard dressing—I’ve been eating it nonstop! But after a few weeks, I needed to switch things up.

I started changing the toppings, and that’s when I realized the thick honey mustard dressing didn’t quite match the new flavors.

So, I decided to turn it into a vinaigrette. The result? A lighter, equally flavorful dressing that pairs evenly with so many dishes. I seriously can’t get enough of it!

Ingredients

Honey: Warm it slightly if it’s too thick to mix easily.
White Wine Vinegar: Apple cider vinegar will also work.
Dijon Mustard: Use a good-quality Dijon like Grey Poupon for the best flavor.
Olive Oil: Look for extra-virgin olive oil for this honey mustard vinaigrette.
Mayo: A whole-egg mayo like Hellman’s or Best Foods works best.
Salt and Pepper: Start small and adjust to your preference after tasting.

Honey Mustard Vinaigrette Tips

Test: Before serving, taste the dressing and add more salt or pepper if needed.
Mix well: Shake or stir until it’s smooth with no layers separating.
Change the flavor: Add more honey to make it sweeter or vinegar to make it tangier.
Make it early: Keep in the fridge for up to a week—it tastes even better the next day!

Variations

Switch Things Up

Add herbs or spices: Add fresh parsley, thyme, or dried herbs like oregano. For some heat, mix in red pepper flakes.
Change vinegar: Use apple cider, champagne, or balsamic vinegar instead of white wine vinegar for a different flavor.

How To Use Honey Mustard Vinaigrette

Salad dressing: Use it on green salads, grain bowls, or grain salads.
Marinade: Adds flavor to chicken, pork, beef, or fish.
Dip: Great for veggies, crackers, or crusty bread.
Spread: reliable on sandwiches or wraps for extra flavor.
Pasta salad dressing: Mix into pasta salad for a flavorful and balanced dish.

Storage

Leftover Honey Mustard Vinaigrette

Store in a sealed glass or plastic container in the fridge for up to 1 week. from-scratch dressings don’t last as long as store-bought because they lack preservatives.
If it separates out, shake or stir before using. Olive oil may solidify in the fridge, so leave it out for 20 minutes before stirring.