Champagne Vinaigrette (Your New Go-To Dressing)
Okay, let’s talk about this vinaigrette. Because once you make it, you’re going to want to pour it on everything—from salads to roasted veggies, even grilled chicken or grain bowls.
This Champagne Vinaigrette is my go-to when I want something bright, balanced, and just the right amount of fancy. The Dijon gives it body, the honey adds a hint of sweetness, and the champagne vinegar brings that clean, elegant acidity. It’s light but flavorful, and seriously—people will ask you what dressing you used.
Champagne Vinaigrette
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Equipment
- Metallic Bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey
- ¼ cup champagne vinegar
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil, or Avocado Oil
- 2 tbsp Italian parsley coarsely chopped
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Using a metallic bowl, combine Dijon, honey, vinegar, and whisk until combined.1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp honey, ¼ cup champagne vinegar
- Next, slowly drizzle the oil into the dressing while whisking vigorously.½ cup extra-virgin olive oil, or Avocado Oil
- Add Italian parsley and season with salt and pepper.2 tbsp Italian parsley, Salt and Pepper
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Cooking Tips:
- Always whisk the oil in slowly—this helps the dressing emulsify and get that creamy texture.
- You can sub in avocado oil for an even milder flavor.
- Add chopped shallots or crushed garlic for a flavor boost.
- Store in a mason jar and shake before each use—keeps beautifully for up to a week in the fridge.
Kitchen Tools You’ll Love:
- A metal mixing bowl (keeps ingredients cooler and emulsifies better)
- A mini whisk or hand frother (so underrated!)
- A mason jar for storage
Nutrition
Health Benefits in Every Drizzle:
- Champagne vinegar is low in calories and adds flavor without sugar, making it a great alternative to heavy dressings.
- Olive oil is rich in polyphenols and healthy fats that support heart health and reduce inflammation—especially helpful for women in midlife and beyond.
- Italian parsley offers a little vitamin K and can even help with digestion.
- And Dijon mustard is surprisingly antioxidant-rich and can help emulsify the dressing naturally.
This dressing is simple, clean, and feels just a little elevated—like something you’d get at a high-end café, but made in your own kitchen. Whether you’re pouring it over my butter lettuce salad or tossing it with grilled veggies, it’s the kind of everyday upgrade that just makes meals feel special.