Basil Vinaigrette
Total Time
5 minutes
Prep Time
5 minutes
Rating
5 out of 5 stars
(3)
Ingredients
About 1 cup
- 2 cups tightly-packed fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 large clove garlic, peeled
- 3/4 teaspoon sea salt
- (optional) 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly-cracked black pepper
- pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
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Preparation
Step 1
Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor, and puree until smooth. If the vinaigrette is too thick, feel free to add in a few tablespoons of water a time and blend until the mixture reaches your desired consistency.
Step 2
Taste and season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Step 3
Serve immediately, or refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 3 days.
Step 4
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Chef's notes
This vinaigrette is perfect for salads, drizzling on roasted veggies, grilled chicken, or your favorite dishes.
If you prefer a thicker consistency, add less water or more basil leaves.
Adjust seasoning to taste, especially if you decide to add the optional mustard.
