Marinades & Dressings
From savory herb oils to tangy balsamic vinaigrettes, these marinades and dressings are crafted to enhance, complement, and bring out the best in every ingredient.
Sweet Basil Vinaigrette
Adapted from Planetarian Life
A simple, vibrant vinaigrette that transforms greens, roasted vegetables, or caprese bites into something special. Sweet basil and your favorite white balsamic make every bite pop.
Perfect For: Garden salads or mixed greens, Caprese-style salads, Roasted or grilled vegetables, Drizzling over fresh mozzarella or tomato dishes
Best Olive Oils: Fresh Basil Infused Olive Oil
Best Balsamics: Rosato, Zesty Lemon, Traditional White Balsamic
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: ~6 (¼ cup per serving)
Ingredients:
- ½ cup The Olive Shoppe's Fresh Basil Infused Olive Oil
- ¼ cup The Olive Shoppe's Rosato Balsamic (or your preferred white balsamic)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey (or more to taste)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh basil for extra texture
Directions:
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the balsamic, Dijon mustard, honey, and garlic until smooth.
- Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking to emulsify (or shake in a jar with a tight lid).
- Taste and season with salt and pepper. Adjust sweetness with a touch more honey if desired.
- Optional: stir in fresh chopped basil for added flavor and color.
- Serve immediately, or store in the fridge for up to 1 week. Shake or whisk before using.
Original recipe link: https://planetarianlife.com/classic-balsamic-vinaigrette/#:~:text=It%20(%20balsamic%20vinaigrette%20)%20's%20sweet%2C,it%20(%20balsamic%20vinaigrette%20)%20almost%20creamy.