Simple Basil Vinaigrette Food

SIMPLE BASIL VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Combine all the ingredients for the basil vinaigrette in a high powered blender and blend for 60 seconds until very smooth.
• Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately. Or you can refrigerate the vinaigrette for up to 3-5 days.

SIMPLE VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Set a medium bowl on a kitchen towel shaped like an "O" (this helps keep the bowl steady while whisking). Whisk together the vinegar, mustard, garlic, 1 1/4 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of pepper in the bowl. Slowly drizzle in the oil while whisking continuously until the mixture is combined and blended well. Use right away, or refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 3 days.

BASIL VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Combine all of the ingredients, except oil, in a food processor and blend. Slowly add olive oil in a slow, thin, stream, until creamy.
• Season to taste and serve, or refrigerate up to 3 days.

BASIL-BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Whisk together the vinegar, basil, garlic and a generous pinch of salt in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in the oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream to make a smooth, slightly thick dressing. Whisk in a couple turns of freshly ground black pepper.

BASIL VINAIGRETTE DRESSING

Steps:

• In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, basil, and garlic. Pour over or toss with your favorite salad to serve.

FRESH BASIL VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Heat 1/4 cup oil with 1 cup basil in medium saucepan over medium heat until basil turns bright green and small bubbles appear, 2-3 minutes. Turn off heat and steep 5 minutes.
• Process shallot, garlic, vinegar, water, salt, pepper, and mustard in blender until garlic and shallot are finely chopped, about 15 seconds. With blender running, slowly add remaining oil and steeped basil oil and continue to process until dressing is smooth and emulsified, about 15 seconds. Pack remaining basil into blender and process until dressing is smooth, about 15 seconds. (Dressing can be refrigerated in airtight container for up to 3 days).

TOMATO-BASIL VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Shake all of the ingredients together in a jar with a tight fitting lid (or mix in food processor as described above).
• The dressing can be refrigerated for up to 3 days; bring to room temperature then shake vigorously to recombine before using.

BASIL-GARLIC VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a blender, combine the basil, vinegar, and Parmesan cheese until the basil is pureed.
• With the motor running, pour the oil through the opening and blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste, pour into a small bowl, and set aside.
• Whisk before using.

BASIL VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine all ingredients; shake well. Serve over salad greens.