Basic Vinaigrette
When making a vinaigrette with a potent vinegar like one made from sherry, use the larger amount of oil.
- Total: 10 min
- Prep: 10 min
- Yield: About 1 cup
Ingredients
1/4 white wine, champagne or aged sherry wine vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2/3 to 3/4 cups extra-virgin olive oil
Directions
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper. Gradually whisk in enough oil to make a smooth dressing with a balanced taste. Use immediately or store covered, in the refrigerator, for up to a week.
