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Balsamic mustard vinaigrette served in a jar
Refreshing and tasty sauce with mustard and balsamic vinegar

Balsamic Mustard Vinaigrette

Author: Flavelo
Sauces and Gravies Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes
A turbocharged version of the classic vinaigrette. Here, mustard isn't just a flavoring but acts as the chemical 'glue' (emulsifier). It helps the vinegar and oil—which usually repel each other—combine into a creamy, stable unity. Honey softens the sharp acidity of the balsamic vinegar.
🕒 Prep Time 5 mins
⌛ Total Time 15 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 210 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Small Mason jar with lid (for shaking) OR bowl and whisk
  • Grater

Instructions

1 ✓

Grate the garlic very finely.

Tip: Chunky garlic isn't suitable for raw dressings as biting into it overpowers all other flavors.
2 ✓

Place the mustard, balsamic vinegar, honey, grated garlic, salt, and pepper into a bowl (or jar). Mix the base until smooth.

Tip: It's important to mix everything else before the oil. Salt won't dissolve in oil, only in the vinegar!
3 ✓

If using a bowl: While whisking constantly, drizzle the oil in a thin stream. If using a jar: Pour in the oil, seal, and shake wildly for 30 seconds.

Tip: Slow addition and fast mixing (or shaking) breaks the oil into tiny droplets which the mustard coats, creating a thick emulsion.
4 ✓

Taste test. Add a little honey if too acidic, or a pinch of salt if too flat.

Tip: Dip a lettuce leaf in to taste it, so you experience the real flavor effect.
5 ✓

Let it sit for 10 minutes on the counter or in the fridge for flavors to meld.

Tip: Resting mellows the raw garlic heat in the vinegar.

Recipe FAQ

The sauce separated while sitting.
This is natural. Shake vigorously or whisk again before serving.
What oil should I use?
A good quality extra virgin olive oil is best, but for a milder flavor, mix it 50/50 with sunflower or canola oil.

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard (smooth)
  • 2 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar (good quality)
  • 3 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 tbsp Honey
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 pinch Freshly Ground Black Pepper