5-Minute Shallot Vinaigrette For *Any* Salad
This easy homemade Shallot Vinaigrette is the perfect way to dress up salads, grilled meats, and vegetables. It's made with simple ingredients and is ready in just 5 minutes. Gluten-free, dairy-free.
Prep5 minutes mins
Cook0 minutes mins
Total5 minutes mins
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Keyword: chef-tested recipe, homemade shallot dressing, restaurant-worthy salad dressing, shallot salad dressing
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 130kcal
- ¼ cup high quality extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium shallot very finely diced, about 3 Tbsp
- 2 tsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp honey optional, if you want to add a sweetener
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Kosher salt
- Generous pinch of freshly ground black pepper
Make the shallot vinaigrette. Place ¼ cup olive oil in a mason jar. Add 1 finely chopped shallot, 2 tsp red wine vinegar, 1 tsp honey, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp Kosher salt, and a generous pinch of black pepper. Seal tightly with a lid, then shake. Alternatively, can whisk until emulsified. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Storage: Keep shallot vinaigrette airtight in the fridge for up to 1 week. Bring to room temperature before serving to loosen the oil.
Calories: 130kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 596mg | Potassium: 25mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.2mg