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Creamy Balsamic Dijon Dressing

May 10, 2021 by Ashley 2 Comments

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A creamy and tangy combination of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and dijon mustard. Creamy Balsamic Dressing is great on salads, vegetables, chicken, fish, and more!

creamy balsamic dijon dressing in small glass jar for serving with bowl of salad in the background

Balsamic vinaigrette is such a classic salad dressing that can be found on virtually every restaurant menu across the United States. It’s one of my favorites so I thought I’d give it a new twist! Creamy Balsamic Dijon Dressing was born because I love adding Dijon mustard to my dressings because it adds a tangy flavor but also helps to thicken your dressings. It acts as an emulsifier and when it’s combined with the other ingredients, you get a thick dressing that coats your food much better.

creamy balsamic dijon dressing in small glass jar for serving with bowl of salad in the background

What you need to make Creamy Balsamic Dijon Dressing

The ingredient list for this dressing is pretty simple, and you probably already have most (if not all) of these ingredients in your kitchen.

  • olive oil
  • balsamic vinegar
  • dijon mustard
  • kosher salt
  • black pepper
creamy balsamic dijon dressing ingredients measured out in small dishes ready to be made into dressing

How to make Creamy Balsamic Dijon Dressing

This dressing comes together in just a few minutes. It requires some measuring of ingredients and then whisking everything together. That’s it!

  1. Begin by measuring out your olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dijon mustard, kosher salt, and black pepper.
  2. Combine all ingredients in a bowl, then begin whisking slowly. Whisking slowly allows air to be gently incorporated into the dressing which will help it emulsify. This will result in a thick dressing that does not separate.
  3. Once the ingredients begin to come together, you can start whisking a little faster until the ingredients are completely combined, emulsified, and thickened. You should be able to swirl the dressing around the bowl and notice it has a slight heaviness to it.
creamy balsamic dijon dressing ingredients measured out in mixing bowl ready to be made into dressing
dressing ingredients mixed up in mixing bowl

What to serve with Creamy Balsamic Dijon Dressing

What’s great about this dressing is that it can be served with a variety of things, which makes it such a versatile recipe!

  • Fish
  • Vegetables
  • Chicken
  • Steak
  • Potatoes
  • Corn
  • Salads

the possibilities are endless!

simple garden salad with mixed greens, red onion and tomatoes topped with dressing

Questions about Creamy Balsamic Dijon Dressing

If I don’t have balsamic vinegar, can I use something else?

Absolutely, this dressing would be delicious with Red Wine Vinegar or Champagne Vinegar.

Can this dressing be made ahead of time?

This dressing is best when it has some time to chill in the refrigerator before serving. I recommend 30 minutes, but it can easily be made days in advance if needed.

How long does the dressing last in the fridge?

This dressing can last up to 7 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator, but it only makes ¾ cup, which usually doesn’t last that long in our house! But this dressing can be easily doubled for a larger batch.

creamy balsamic dijon dressing in small glass jar for serving with bowl of salad in the background

For more dressing recipes check out my Creamy Ranch Dressing, Blue Cheese Dressing, or Shallot Vinaigrette!

creamy balsamic dijon dressing in small glass jar for serving with bowl of salad in the background

Creamy Balsamic Dijon Dressing

A creamy and tangy combination of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and dijon mustard. Creamy Balsamic Dressing is great on salads, vegetables, chicken, fish, and more!
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Course: Appetizer, Dressings & Dips, Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: balsamic, blue cheese dressing, dip, salad, salad dressing
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 0.5 cup
Calories: 851kcal
Author: Ashley Pelaez Walker

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup + 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • ¼ cup Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • ¼ teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk slowly until emulsified. Once all ingredients are combined and thickened, transfer dressing to an airtight container and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 851kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 89g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Sodium: 768mg | Potassium: 96mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 12IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg
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