Hot Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe
- Prep Time
5 Minutes - Difficulty
Easy - Servings
6
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp Mike’s Hot Honey
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 shallot minced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- Salt to taste
Instructions
1. The Base:
- Everything but oil in your bowl
- Give it a good stir
- Watch those flavors become friends
2. The Finish:
- Drizzle in oil while whisking
- Or shake it all in a jar
- Both ways lead to delicious
Perfect Partners
- Mixed greens
- Arugula and pear
- Roasted vegetable salad
- Grain bowls
- Caprese salad
- Grilled peach salad
- Marinade for chicken
Pro Tips
- Room temp honey blends better
- Fresh garlic > powder
- Let flavors meld for 30 minutes
- Shake before each use
Make It Your Own
- Add fresh herbs
- Swap citrus for brightness
- Double the garlic (we get it)
- Extra honey for sweetness
Storage Smarts
- Fridge: 1 week
- Mason jar is perfect
- Let warm slightly if oil solidifies
- Label with love
More Mike's Magic
Try these dressing adventures:
- Hot Honey Lime Dressing
- Sweet Heat Ranch
- Asian Ginger Dressing
- Honey Mustard Magic
Remember: Great dressing can turn everyday greens into something special.
Now go make your salads happy. Your greens are waiting.
