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Creamy Balsamic Dressing: The Ultimate Glossy and Thick Emulsified Vinaigrette

This Creamy Balsamic Dressing is a thick, restaurant-quality vinaigrette featuring a glossy dark chocolate-brown hue. Perfectly emulsified with dried oregano and cracked pepper, it's designed to cling to every bite of your favorite salad.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1.25 cups
Course: Condiment, Salad Dressing
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 110
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing Components
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) Balsamic Vinegar Preferably of Modena
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/4 cup (60g) Mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp (15g) Dijon Mustard Acts as an emulsifier
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) Honey Or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp (1g) Dried Oregano Flakes
  • 1/2 tsp (1g) Cracked Black Pepper Freshly cracked for texture
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) Kosher Salt
  • 1/2 tsp (1g) Garlic Powder

Equipment

  • 1 Mason Jar Clear glass for visual monitoring
  • 1 Whisk or Silver Spoon For emulsifying the oil and vinegar

Method
 

Combine Base Ingredients
  1. In a glass mason jar, combine the balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, garlic powder, oregano, and black pepper. Whisk with a silver spoon until the mixture is uniform and the salt is dissolved.
  2. Add the mayonnaise (or yogurt) to the jar. Stir vigorously until the mixture turns a glossy dark brown and no white streaks remain.
Emulsify the Oil
  1. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking constantly. The dressing will thicken and become viscous.
  2. Continue whisking until the dressing coats the back of a silver spoon thickly. It should be opaque and show suspended particles of pepper and herbs.

Nutrition

Calories: 110kcalFat: 11g

Notes

For the best flavor, let the dressing rest for 30 minutes before use.
If the dressing thickens too much in the fridge, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes and shake well.
Keyword Creamy Balsamic Dressing,Homemade Salad Dressing,Thick Balsamic Vinaigrette

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