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Best Shallot Dressing Recipe

Best Shallot Dressing Recipe for Quick Flavor Boost

Elevate your salads with this Best Shallot Dressing Recipe, a quick and easy vinaigrette bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 tablespoons
Course: Sauces
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • 1 medium shallot substitute with red onion for sharper taste
  • 1/2 cup olive oil or any neutral oil if preferred
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar substitute with apple cider vinegar for milder flavor
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice lime juice works as an alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard use whole grain mustard for texture
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional for heat
  • to taste salt adjust according to preference
  • to taste pepper adjust according to preference

Equipment

  • glass mason jar

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Best Shallot Dressing Recipe
  1. Begin by peeling and finely dicing the shallot into small, uniform pieces.
  2. In a clean glass mason jar, add the diced shallot along with 1/2 cup of olive oil, 1/4 cup of red wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard.
  3. Close the lid tightly on the mason jar and shake vigorously for about 15-30 seconds until emulsified.
  4. Let the dressing sit for at least 5 minutes before using.
  5. If not using immediately, transfer to the refrigerator for storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 1gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 5mg

Notes

This dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 weeks. Shake well before each use.

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