Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe (Dressing)

It’s salad time! Discover the secret to delicious salads with this homemade balsamic vinaigrette recipe. Ready in just 5 minutes, this salad dressing is the perfect mix of sweet and tangy, and this game-changer will make you want to serve salads for every meal!

Introduction 

In the past, I always struggled to make delicious salads. When I had salads made for me they were crisp, vibrant, and exciting. When I made salads for myself they were limp, boring, and lifeless. I couldn’t figure out what I was doing wrong… and then it hit me - it's the dressing! 

When you're putting some veggies together, a swig of oil and vinegar just won’t cut it. The secret to bringing out the epic flavors that fresh fruit and veggies have to offer is a mouth-watering dressing that packs a punch. 

This vegan balsamic vinaigrette is a prime example. Tart, tangy and delicious, homemade balsamic vinaigrette can transform even the simplest of salads into taste sensations - and it’s the perfect accompaniment to anything, from sweet peaches to peppery radishes. 

Best of all, this salad couldn’t be easier to whip up in just 5 minutes. This balsamic vinaigrette recipe has truly leveled up my salad game for good, and having a jar of it in the fridge to pull out on any occasion has become my salad secret weapon. 

Learn how to make balsamic vinaigrette for yourself and discover the secret to mouth-watering salads! 

Variations

For me, this balsamic vinaigrette recipe is the ideal staple dressing. It is the perfect balance of tart and acidic flavors along with sweet and peppery depth. But it is also super easy to mix up this dressing by adding some simple ingredients. 

• Lemon juice: if you want to add a fruity, citrus twist to this dressing, adding in a few tablespoons of lemon juice is a great idea. This will add freshness to this yummy dressing, perfect for a summer lunch!
• Tabasco or chili flakes: if you are a spice fanatic, there’s no reason that you can’t bring the heat to your salads too! Adding a few drops of tabasco or a teaspoon of chili flakes brings new warmth to this balsamic vinaigrette recipe in all the right ways.
• Herbs: herbs are another great addition to mix up this homemade balsamic vinaigrette. Adding a couple of teaspoons of oregano or thyme will bring some earthy depth to this tart dressing, pairing perfectly with some fresh veggies!