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Balsamic Basil Vinaigrette Recipe

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A quick and easy Balsamic Basil Vinaigrette recipe that’s tangy, herby, and perfect for taking your salads to the next level.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 8 people
Calories 187 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 blender

Ingredients
  

  • ¾ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 Tablespoons lemon juice about ½ lemon, juiced
  • ¼ cup basil leaves loosely packed, about 10-12 leaves
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • Blend all ingredients in blender until smooth.
  • Allow to sit 1-3 hours before serving. Whisk if needed before serving to blend.

Notes

  • Use the best quality extra virgin olive oil possible.
  • Use freshly squeezed lemon juice if possible.
  • Remove basil leaves from stems.

Nutrition

Serving: 2TablespoonsCalories: 187kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 0.1gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 293mgPotassium: 15mgFiber: 0.02gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 40IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 0.2mg
Keyword basil balsamic vinaigrette
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