Perfect Shallot Vinaigrette

Name: Perfect Shallot Vinaigrette
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 medium shallot, minced (about 3 tablespoons); 2 tbsp. vinegar (such as white wine, apple cider, champagne, or red wine); 2 tsp. Dijon mustard; 1/3 c. extra-virgin olive oil; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper

By Lena AbrahamPublished: Jul 27, 2021

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Yields:

1 serving(s)

Cook Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

5 mins

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Keep this easy vinaigrette in your backpocket and you’ll never touch the bottled stuff again. Every vinegar is different, so adjust your olive oil according to taste. You’re looking for a particular balance; aim to curb the vinegar’s sharpness without allowing the rich flavor of the olive oil to dominate.

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Ingredients

1
medium shallot, minced (about 3 tablespoons)
2 Tbsp.
vinegar (such as white wine, apple cider, champagne, or red wine)
2 tsp.
Dijon mustard
1/3 cup
extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. Step 1In a medium bowl, whisk together shallot, vinegar, and mustard. Slowly stream in olive oil, whisking constantly, until mixture is smooth and emulsified.
2. Step 2Season to taste with salt and pepper.
3. Step 3Vinaigrette will keep, tightly covered in the refrigerator, for about a week.