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The Best Shallot Dressing

The Best Shallot Dressing: Elevate Your Salads in 10 Minutes

The Best Shallot Dressing is a quick, flavorful, and healthy alternative for fresh salads.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: French
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing Base
  • 1 small Shallot Substitute with green onions for milder taste.
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Can be replaced with avocado oil for different flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Red Wine Vinegar White wine vinegar can serve as a substitute.
  • 1/2 lemon Juice Lime juice can be used for a zesty twist.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Can be swapped for whole grain mustard for texture.
Seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional; omit if preferred milder.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper

Equipment

  • Mason jar or bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Dice the shallot finely and set aside.
  2. In a mason jar or small bowl, add diced shallot, olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
  3. Shake or whisk until mixture is smooth and well combined.
  4. Let the dressing sit for at least 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Store leftover dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 2gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 180mgPotassium: 30mgVitamin C: 1mg

Notes

This dressing can be stored in the fridge for 2-3 weeks. Shake well before use.

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