Easy Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette

By Beth Moncel

This super simple homemade balsamic vinaigrette is perfect for all your green salads and pasta salads and has several options for customizing!

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup olive oil ($0.55)
• 3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar ($0.41)
• 2 Tbsp mayonnaise ($0.17)
• 1/2 Tbsp Dijon mustard ($0.09)
• 1 clove garlic, minced ($0.08)
• 1/2 tsp dried basil ($0.05)
• 1/4 tsp salt ($0.01)
• freshly cracked black pepper ($0.02)

Instructions

1. 1

   Add all the ingredients to a jar, bowl, or blender. Close the jar and shake, whisk in the bowl, or pulse in a blender until the ingredients are combined and smooth.

2. 2

   Let the dressing stand 5-10 minutes for the flavors to blend, then serve or refrigerate for up to 5 days.