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Classic Vinaigrette


When longer days and warming air put you in the mood for lighter fare, make green your favorite color. Spring greens from arugula to watercress—with all of favorite lettuces in between—are now at their fresh and flavorful best. Make the most of their cool crisp tastes by adding a drizzle of quick and easy vinaigrette you make yourself. All you need is a few inexpensive ingredients, a jar and an arm to shake it with. Choose your favorite from these 8 yummy selections.

Ready In: 5 Minutes
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Serves 4

INGREDIENTS

Classic Vinaigrette

DIRECTIONS

  • Combine vinegar, mustard, salt and canola oil in a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Close jar tightly; shake vigorously. Keeps refrigerated for 2 weeks.
  • 1. Honey-Basil Vinaigrette: Follow master recipe using white wine vinegar. Delete mustard; add 1 tablespoon honey and 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil leaves.
  • 2. Chile-Lime Vinaigrette: Follow master recipe, using freshly squeezed lime juice instead of vinegar. Delete mustard; add 2 teaspoons minced jalapeños.
  • 3. Balsamic Vinaigrette: Follow master recipe, using balsamic vinegar. Add one clove minced garlic.
  • 4. Greek Olive Vinaigrette: Follow master recipe, using freshly squeezed lemon juice instead of vinegar. Add 2 tablespoons finely chopped kalamata olives, 1 teaspoon Greek seasoning and 2 tablespoons finely crumbled feta cheese.
  • 5. Berry Vinaigrette: Follow master recipe, using white wine vinegar. Add 1 heaping tablespoon seedless raspberry, strawberry or blackberry preserves.
  • 6. Fresh Dill Vinaigrette: Follow master recipe, using white wine vinegar. Add 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill and 1 clove minced garlic.
  • 7. Sherry Vinaigrette: Follow master recipe, using sherry vinegar. Add 1 clove minced garlic and 2 teaspoons dried oregano.
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