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All-Purpose Vinaigrette

By Jenny Rosenstrach and Andy WardPhotography by Alex Lau
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Alex Lau

Not just for salads: Drizzle over roast potatoes, serve alongside rotisserie chicken, or spoon over a sandwich.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about ¾ cup

Ingredients

½ cup olive oil
¼ cup Sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Whisk oil, vinegar, shallot, and thyme in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper.

    Step 2

    Do Ahead: Dressing can be made 4 days ahead. Cover and chill.

TagsSalad DressingSaladCondimentQuickEasyDairy FreeGluten FreeNut FreeVeganVegetarianBon Appétit
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