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Perfect Vinaigrette

List of Ingredients




1/2 cup deeply fruity olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar OR
freshly squeezed lemon juice OR
1 tablespoon of each
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Optional additions:
1/4 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest and/or
1 finely minced garlic clove.
Optional herbs:
1 teaspoon finely minced basil, chervil, chives, parsley or tarragon.


Recipe



Combine olive oil, red wine vinegar or freshly squeezed lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt and freshly ground black pepper in a shaker jar and shake vigorously until creamy.
Makes about 3/4 cup.
Optional additions: 1/4 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest and/or 1 finely minced garlic clove. Optional herbs: 1 teaspoon finely minced basil, chervil, chives, parsley or tarragon.