Vinaigrettes

by Registered Dietitian, Andrea Holwegner | May 3, 2013

Give your salads variety with these great vinaigrettes!

Basic Vinaigrette

Makes 5 servings

What you need:
2 tbsp. Canola Oil
3 tbsp. Vinegar
1/8 tsp. Dry mustard powder
1 Clove garlic minced
1/2 tsp. Sugar
Pepper & salt to taste.

Per serving:
Calories 52
Carbohydrate 1g
Protein 0g
Fat 6g
Fibre 0g

Balsamic Herb Vinaigrette

Makes 8 servings

What you need:
1 Clove garlic minced
4 tbsp. Olive oil
4 tbsp. Balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp. Dried parsley
1/2 tsp. Dried Basil
1/2 tsp. Dried Oregano

Per Serving:
Calories 62
Carbohydrate 1g
Protein 0g
Fat 7 g
Fibre 0g

Asian Vinaigrette

Makes 6 servings

What you need:
3 tbsp. Rice or cider vinegar
1 tsp. Sugar
1 tbsp. Light Soya sauce
1 tsp. Sesame oil
1 tbsp. Canola Oil
1 tbsp. Water
1 clove garlic
Pepper to taste

Per serving:
Calories 32
Carbohydrate 1g
Protein 0g
Fat 3g
Fibre 0g

Shake it Up!
Place the vinaigrette ingredients together in a container or jar and shake. Toss over salad or veggies.

Time Saver: Double or triple the recipe and store in the fridge.

Note on food safety: Use garlic powder instead of fresh garlic cloves if vinaigrette is to be stored in the fridge

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Registered Dietitian, Andrea Holwegner

About Andrea Holwegner

CEO, Registered Dietitian, Counseling Practice Director & Professional Speaker

Andrea the «Chocolate Loving Nutritionist» is founder and CEO of Health Stand Nutrition Consulting Inc. since 2000. She is an online nutrition course creator, professional speaker and regular guest in the media. Andrea is the recipient of an award by the Dietitians of Canada: The Speaking of Food & Healthy Living Award for Excellence in Consumer Education....Read more