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Basic Balsamic Vinaigrette

This easy balsamic dressing is made with balsamic vinegar and olive oil. It’s flavorful, balanced and pairs well with a variety of salads.

There are a handful of recipes I think everyone should know how to make. Balsamic salad dressing is one of them!

Salad dressing makes or breaks the salad and this is a staple recipe that is really versatile. It is simple to make with just a few pantry staples.

Ingredients and Substitutions

balsamic vinegar – feel free to use regular aged balsamic or white balsamic if you want a lighter dressing.
olive oil
maple syrup
dijon mustard
garlic
sea salt
dried basil and/or thyme (optional)

What to Serve with this Balsamic Dressing

Balsamic dressing is such a powerhouse and works on just about any type of salad in my opinion.

You can use it to jazz up a basic green salad, pasta salad or drizzle it caprese salad.
Add it as a dressing to wraps.
Drizzle a little on pizza after cooking.
Coat roasted vegetables with a splash of balsamic dressing.

How to Store Homemade Dressing

I like to mix my dressings in mason jars which are easy for shaking and storing! Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

More Healthy Salad Dressing Recipes

Check out all my healthy homemade salad dressing recipes or try out some of the dressings below.

No time to make your own dressing? Check out my favorite healthy store-bought salad dressings.

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