dressing essentials: piquant lemon vinaigrette

Name: Dressing Essentials: Piquant Lemon Vinaigrette
Prep time: 10 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ## PLAN/PURCHASE; 3 tablespoon(s) olive oil, extra virgin variety; 2 tablespoon(s) lemon juice, freshly squeezed; 1 tablespoon(s) dry white wine, sauvignon blanc, chardonnay, etc.; 1/4 teaspoon(s) salt, kosher variety, fine grind, or to taste; 1/4 teaspoon(s) white pepper, freshly ground, or to taste; 2 teaspoon(s) shallot, finely chopped; 2 teaspoon(s) fresh herbs, finely chopped

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Andy Anderson !

Wichita, KS

Updated on Jan 24, 2019

This is one of my favorite Spring/Summer dressings. And, although we are currently in the midst of Winter, it is still a great dressing. Throw it on some mixed greens, add a few slices of chicken or beef, and think of warmer days to come. So, you ready… Let’s get into the kitchen.

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prep time 10 Min

cook time

method No-Cook or Other

yield 2 - 3

Ingredients

PLAN/PURCHASE
3 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin variety
2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
1 tablespoon dry white wine, sauvignon blanc, chardonnay, etc.
1/4 teaspoon salt, kosher variety, fine grind, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon white pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
2 teaspoons shallot, finely chopped
2 teaspoons fresh herbs, finely chopped

How To Make dressing essentials: piquant lemon vinaigrette

Step 1

PREP/PREPARE

Step 2

I am using a whisk to combine the ingredients; however, if you like this recipe and choose to make a bigger batch (this serves 2 or 3), then you might use a mini-prep to combine the ingredients.
Step 3

The recipe, as posted, will make 2 or 3 salads; depending on how much dressing you like.
Step 4

For the fresh herbs, you could use some basil, oregano, tarragon, dill… the choice is yours. Use whatever you have on hand, or whatever you want it to taste like. In this recipe, I am using chopped oregano.
Step 5

This is not your typical, chemically-laden, store-bought brand. It will stay fresh, on your countertop for 3 – 4 days, and you will have to “shake” it before pouring.
Step 6

Shallots pack a lot of punch. If you let the dressing sit overnight, a lot of that "raw" flavor will be blended into the other ingredients. However, if you are not a fan of the strong flavor of shallots, you could reduce it a bit... Up to you.
Step 7

Gather your Ingredients (mise en place).
Step 8

Finely chop the shallot, and herbs, then reserve.
Step 9

Add all the ingredients, except the shallot and herbs, to a bowl and whisk until combined, and smooth.
Step 10

Add the shallots, and herbs, and whisk a few more times, until all the ingredients are combined.
Step 11

Chef’s Note: You can use this dressing right after making it; however, if you place it in a sealed jar, and allow it to rest for an hour or so (ideally overnight) before using, you will not be disappointed.
Step 12

PLATE/PRESENT
Step 13

Serve over a mess of garden-fresh greens, throw on some chicken or beef slices, and make it into a meal. Enjoy.
Step 14

Keep the faith, and keep cooking.
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