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A smooth, velvety Creamy Balsamic Dressing Recipe inside a glass jar on a grey countertop. (Creamy Balsamic Dressing Recipe)

Creamy Balsamic Dressing Recipe: The Ultimate Velvety Vinaigrette

A thick, emulsified Creamy Balsamic Dressing Recipe featuring a dark mahogany brown color and velvety texture. Perfectly balanced with cracked black pepper, dried oregano, and fresh rosemary in a mason jar.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Condiment, Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 135
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) Balsamic Vinegar High-quality aged
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) Extra Virgin Olive Oil First cold press
  • 1 tsp (5ml) Dijon Mustard Acts as the emulsifier
  • 1 tsp (5ml) Cracked Black Pepper Freshly ground
  • 1/2 tsp (2.5ml) Dried Oregano
  • 1 sprig Fresh Rosemary 2-inch sprig
  • 1/4 tsp (1.25ml) Sea Salt To taste

Equipment

  • 1 Glass Mason Jar 8 oz or 16 oz size
  • 1 Whisk For manual emulsification

Method
 

Emulsification Process
  1. In a glass mason jar, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and dried oregano until well combined.
  2. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking constantly until the dressing becomes thick, creamy, and dark mahogany brown.
  3. Gently bruise the rosemary sprig and submerge it into the dressing. Seal the jar and shake vigorously for 30 seconds.

Notes

For a sweeter dressing, add 1 tsp of honey.
Always shake before using as some natural settling may occur.