Basic Vinaigrette

By vdub

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 3 Tbs or more good wine vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 large shallot, finely minced (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a blender or a jar with a lid, combine all ingredients minus the shallot until incorporated.
2. Add the shallot and adjust seasoning to taste.

* You can add almost anything to a basic vinaigrette: fresh herbs, dried herbs, little veggie chunks, yogurt, soy sauce, mustard, bacon, any kind of minced onion or garlic… The possibilities are endless!