Julia Child’s Timeless Vinaigrette

2 tablespoons wine vinegar or a combination of vinegar and lemon juice

¼ teaspoon dry mustard

⅛ teaspoon salt

6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil and/or salad oil, such as grapeseed oil

1 ½ teaspoons minced shallot or scallions and/or ¼ teaspoon dried herbs, such as tarragon or basil

Big pinch of freshly ground pepper

Combine 2 tablespoons vinegar, ¼ teaspoon mustard and ⅛ teaspoon salt in a bowl; whisk until dissolved.
Whisk in 6 tablespoons oil, 1½ teaspoons shallot (or scallions and/or ¼ teaspoon herbs) and a big pinch of pepper.
Alternatively, combine all ingredients in a screw-top jar; cover and shake vigorously for 30 seconds to blend thoroughly.
Taste carefully and adjust seasoning as desired.

Course🧅Condiment

Diets🌱Vegan🌾Gluten-free...

Category🥗Dressing

Cuisine🇫🇷French

Occasions📆Everyday🥗Salad Dressing

Season🔁Year-round

DifficultyVery Easy ⏰ 5m