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Lemon Shallot Vinaigrette

Preview: Lemon Shallot Vinaigrette

by Dawn T in Rouxbe Videos

This is an everyday quick dressing. It is fresh, citrusy and so very easy.

Serves
8
Active Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins

Step 1: Making the Dressing

Making the Dressing
  • 3 tbsp shallots (2 large shallots)
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp Kosher salt - can substitute with 1/3 tsp table salt
  • 1/2 tsp fresh cracked black pepper
  • 1/4 cup olive oil

Peel the garlic and shallots and roughly chop them. Add the shallots and garlic to the food processor and pulse until finely minced.
Add the honey, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, red wine vinegar and salt and pepper. Puree for a minute or two.
Then add the oil and puree again.
Taste the dressing to see if there is enough seasoning and sweetness for your liking.
This dressing can be stored in a covered container for at least a week in the refrigerator.

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Notes

I use this dressing as a base to build other salad dressings. You could add a bit of Dijon and some fresh herbs to vary this dressing. You could add different vinegars, or add lime instead of the lemon juice and you could try pomegranate molasses instead of the honey. The list of substitutions is endless so try and have some fun with it!
Also, this is a very tart recipe but very healthy which is why it doesn't have much oil in it. If it is a bit too tart for you, simply add a bit more oil!

Comments

extremely flavourful

This dressing was a breeze to make and keeps very well in the refrigerator. My family was delighted with the intense flavor, and I find that a little dressing goes a long way. Perfect for my diet!!

by Faith M | Jul 26, 2008 6:50pm | Permalink

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