Classic Vinaigrette

Name: Classic Vinaigrette
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup red wine vinegar; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 1/2 tsp honey; Salt and pepper, to taste

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The Story Behind It

The Tale of Classic Vinaigrette

Story updated September 18, 2026

Vinaigrette takes its name from the French word for vinegar and reflects centuries of European practice for dressing greens simply with oil and acid. Its basic ratio-based formula remains a foundation of classical French cooking technique.

Ingredients

Scale:· 8 servings

3/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp honey
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1Whisk vinegar, mustard, and honey together in a bowl.
2Slowly whisk in olive oil until emulsified.
3Season with salt and pepper.

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