For an especially thick and creamy maple balsamic vinaigrette, emulsify with the help of an immersion blender. To a wide-mouth jar, add the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, pure maple syrup, garlic, and Dijon mustard. Season with 1 teaspoon kosher salt and ground black pepper as desired. Insert the immersion blender in the jar, submerging it into the vinaigrette mixture. Blend until emulsified into a beautifully thick and creamy vinaigrette. Stir in the chopped herbs.
For a drizzly maple balsamic vinaigrette, combine all listed ingredients in a small bowl or jar, seasoning with 1 teaspoon kosher salt and ground black pepper as desired. Whisk or shake to combine.
Once mixed, taste and season the maple balsamic vinaigrette with additional kosher salt or ground black pepper as desired. Use immediately as desired.
