Basic Dijon vinaigrette

Basic Dijon vinaigrette

Makes 2/3 cup, more than enough for dressing 8 side salads

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon finely minced shallots

½ to 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

¼ teaspoon salt

½ to 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 tablespoon red or white wine vinegar

1/3 to ½ cup good quality olive oil

Freshly ground pepper

Fresh chopped herbs, if desired

Instructions:

In a small bowl, stir together the shallots, Dijon and salt. Whisk in the lemon juice and vinegar until blended. When well blended, start whisking in the oil, in a steady stream until it forms a smooth emulsion. Taste and adjust seasonings. Finish with a pinch of freshly ground black pepper and herbs, if using.

This recipe is from Susan M. Selasky

Per serving: 59 calories; 7 grams fat (1 saturated); 62 milligrams sodium; 97 percent calories from fat.