Italian-Style Balsamic Vinaigrette

Prep time: 5min

Total time: 10min

Makes: about 1/2 cup (125 mL)

1/2 cup

olive oil

125 mL

3 tbsp

balsamic vinegar

45 mL

1 tbsp

dried basil or Italian herb blend

15 mL

clove garlic, minced

1 tsp

Dijon mustard

5 mL

1/4 tsp

salt

1 mL

pepper to taste

Per serving (2 tbsp/30 mL):

calories

180

fat

19 g

saturated fat

2.5 g

carbs

2 g

sugar

1 g

protein

0.2 g

sodium

125 mg

In large bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, herb(s), garlic, mustard, salt and pepper until blended (or place ingredients in sealed jar and shake well).

To make a smoother, thicker dressing, add all the ingredients to a blender and pulse until smooth.