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healthy balsamic vinaigrette in a glass jar
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Creamy Basil Balsamic Vinaigrette

A creamy basil balsamic vinaigrette is so easy to make. Nowadays, I never buy store-bought dressing because homemade is so much better. Fresh basil and thyme make this dressing sweet and savory!
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Dressings, Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 700kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a wide-mouthed jar, combine balsamic vinegar, dijon, garlic, thyme, basil, salt, and pepper.
  • Blend with a handheld immersion blender.  Pour in olive oil.  Slowly move the blender up and down until thick and creamy.
  • Store in a mason jar or an airtight container.  Keep refrigerated. 

Notes

Mason Jar Method:
  1. In a 16-ounce mason jar combine all ingredients. Make sure the garlic and herbs are already chopped fine.
  2. Secure the mason jar with a lid and shake it vigorously. I will always give it a second shake right before dressing my salad.
By Hand:
  1. Remove fresh thyme and basil from the stem and chop. I like to roll the basil leaves into little cigar shapes and finely slice them. I finely chop the fresh time leaves.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, add vinegar, mustard, and chopped garlic. Using a whisk to mix everything together.
  3. Slowly pour olive oil into vinegar while whisking vigorously to emulsify the dressing.
  4. Finish with fresh chopped basil, thyme, salt, and pepper.

Nutrition

Calories: 700kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 72g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 53g | Sodium: 362mg | Potassium: 95mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 53IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg