• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
A Red Spatula logo
  • About Me
  • Recipes
    • Best Breakfast
    • Awesome Appetizers
    • Drink Ideas
    • Healthy Salads
    • Soup Recipes
    • Always Snacking
    • Dinner Recipes
    • Chicken Recipes
    • Beef Dishes
    • Fish Recipes
    • Vegetarian Recipe Ideas
    • Delicious Desserts
  • Travel And Hiking
    • International Travel
    • Travel- United States
    • Exploring National Parks
    • State Parks
    • Hikes In The USA
  • Contact
menu icon
go to homepage
search icon
Homepage link
  • About Me
  • Recipes
    • Best Breakfast
    • Awesome Appetizers
    • Drink Ideas
    • Healthy Salads
    • Soup Recipes
    • Always Snacking
    • Dinner Recipes
    • Chicken Recipes
    • Beef Dishes
    • Fish Recipes
    • Vegetarian Recipe Ideas
    • Delicious Desserts
  • Travel And Hiking
    • International Travel
    • Travel- United States
    • Exploring National Parks
    • State Parks
    • Hikes In The USA
  • Contact
×

Home » Healthy Salads

Easy Red Wine Vinaigrette

Published: Nov 8, 2021 · Modified: Apr 13, 2022 by Amy · This post may contain affiliate links ·

Jump to Recipe

If you are looking for a quick-to-make salad dressing for your next salad, I have just the recipe for you. This Easy Red Wine Vinaigrette can be made in about 5 minutes and only uses 5 ingredients!

Why Make This Dressing

The flavor of red wine vinegar is so good in a salad dressing! I love this blend of flavors and it is so good on so many salads.

As the name of the recipe states, this is an easy recipe to make. I know it seems like an extra step when you are already busy preparing dinner, but 5 minutes is all this will take you!

This is a healthy recipe. One of the best things about making your own dressing is you know exactly what goes into them. No ingredients you can't pronounce or have no idea what they are.

This dressing holds well for 7-10 days! Double the batch and you are set for the week.

Woman pouring red wine vinaigrette over a kale salad.

Ingredients

  • Olive oil- you can use any other oils you like, but olive oil is always my favorite in dressings.
  • Red Wine Vinegar- It is vinegar made by fermenting, straining, and bottling red wine. It is a popular vinegar in Mediterranean cooking.
  • Honey- you can use any sweetener you want, but I was going for clean eating here, so I stuck with honey.
  • Dijon Mustard- you can leave this out, but I like to use it. I like the flavor it adds, but also because it is an emulsifier. That means it keeps the oil and vinegar from separating.
  • Salt- it only takes a touch, but it is important!

How To Make

This dressing could not be any easier to make! Combine all ingredients in a bowl or mason jar (my preferred method).

Mix it well. If you are using a bowl, I like to use a whisk or fork. If you are using the mason jar, screw the top on and shake it well.

Honestly, that is it. Once you start making this dressing, you will never stop!!

Woman pouring olive oil into a mason jar.
Woman pouring red wine vinegar into a mason jar.
Woman pouring honey into a mason jar.
Woman pouring dijon mustard into a mason jar.
Woman pouring salt into a mason jar.
Woman placing the lid on a mason jar to stir a vinaigrette.
Woman holding a mason jar of red wine vinaigrette.

How To Use This Dressing

Salads are my favorite way to use the dressing.

Start with your favorite greens, add some vegetables, fruits, seeds, nuts, cheese, etc.

If you don't like greens, you can also use this in just a veggie salad or even fruit salad. It is sweet, but not too sweet. Perfect for using.

You can also use this as a marinade as well. Chicken is my favorite meat to marinate it in, but pork is really good too. Make sure and marinate for at least 4 hours for the best flavor.

Other Salad Dressings I Love

I have quite a few salad dressings I like, so try some of these others as well.

Creamy Apple Cider Vinaigrette is such a great dressing that goes well on fall salads. It is also really simple to make!

The go-to dressing that I use ALL the time is my Maple Poppyseed Dressing. It is a great blend of balsamic, maple, and poppy seeds.

Another one that is a favorite for late fall and winter is my Citrus Balsamic. It is so good and has a combination of flavors you might not have thought of!

Red Wine Vinaigrette Dressing in a glass jar.

Notes

  1. There isn't too much to note about this dressing, but let me share a few things.
  2. There are a lot of types of red wine vinegar, so try a few and decide. I use Pompeiian Red Wine Vinegar. It is easy to find, and pretty inexpensive.
  3. This dressing will hold well for 7-10 days, just make sure it is stored in the fridge in an airtight container.
  4. I made this with honey, but you can use other sweeteners if you prefer. If you are vegan, swap it out for granulated sugar, sucanat, or even maple syrup. You can also use agave nectar, but it isn't my favorite.

FAQ

Can I use something other than olive oil?

You can use any oil you like, just make sure it is a neutral-flavored oil.

How long will this dressing hold for?

This dressing is good for at least 7 days. I used it 10 days later and it is still really good. Double the batch and it is ready for meal prep!

Do I have to use the dijon mustard?

You don't have to. I like to use it for the flavor and also because it is an emulsifier. That means it keeps the oil and vinegar from separating. You can also use powder mustard if you prefer.

Woman pouring red wine vinaigrette over a kale salad.

Easy Red Wine Vinaigrette

Amy- A Red Spatula
If you are looking for a simple and healthy salad dressing, this easy red wine vinaigrette is just the one you need! It is not only really tasty, but delicious as well!
5 from 1 vote
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins
Course condiments
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
  • salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Combine all ingredients in a small bowl or mason jar. Start with ¼ teaspoon of salt.
  • Mix or shake well to combine all ingredients.
  • Taste and adjust the honey and salt as needed.
  • That is it! I told you it was so simple! Now, sit back and enjoy. You deserve it.

Notes

  1. There isn't too much to note about this dressing, but let me share a few things.
  2. There are a lot of types of red wine vinegar, so try a few and decide. I use Pompeiian Red Wine Vinegar. It is easy to find, and pretty inexpensive.
  3. This dressing will hold well for 7-10 days, just make sure it is stored in the fridge in an airtight container.
  4. I made this with honey, but you can use other sweeteners if you prefer. If you are vegan, swap it out for granulated sugar, sucanat, or even maple syrup. You can also use agave nectar, but it isn't my favorite.
Keyword red wine vinegar, vinaigrette
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!
« Balsamic Poppy Seed Dressing Recipe
Instant Pot Pumpkin Spice Steel Cut Oats »

Primary Sidebar

Hi, I'm Amy! I am a culinary school graduate working to create a balanced approach to healthy recipes. My recipes are ones that the whole family can love.

More about me →

Popular

  • Grilled Stuffed Pork Tenderloin
  • Oat Groats Instant Pot Recipe
  • Virgin Pina Colada Recipe- with Coconut Milk
  • The Best Thick Lemon Curd
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest

Subscribe

Are Whole Grains and Carbs the Big Bad Wolf?

Subscribe and find out. I will be sending out weekly or biweekly updates on recipes I am creating!

Thank you for subscribing!

Footer

↑ back to top

About

  • Privacy Policy

Newsletter

  • Sign Up! for emails and updates

Contact

  • Contact

Copyright © 2022 A Red Spatula