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Basic French Vinaigrette

A classic French salad dressing made with shallots, wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and extra-virgin olive oil. This versatile vinaigrette has the perfect balance of acidity and richness.

6 servings
15 min
Published October 4, 2025
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Ingredients

  • •2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
  • •2 tablespoons red- or white-wine vinegar
  • •¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • •2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • •4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • •to taste freshly ground black pepper

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    In a small bowl, whisk together the shallots, vinegar, and 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt; let the mixture stand 10 minutes. Whisk in the mustard, then add the oil in a very slow, thin, steady stream, whisking constantly until the dressing is emulsified. Season with fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. DO AHEAD: The vinaigrette can be prepared ahead and refrigerated, in an airtight container, up to 1 week.

    15 min

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