Tomato Herb Vinaigrette Recipe

Tomato Herb Vinaigrette Notes

This recipe was developed because my family really likes Italian dressing and French dressing. I was tired of buying bottled dressings with additives and preservatives that I can't even pronounce. I, through many tries and taste testings, came up with one that everybody Loves!

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1/3 cup vinegar - unseasoned rice vinegar for a mild flavor or apple cider vinegar for a stronger flavor
• 1/3 cup water
• 2/3 cup canola oil
• 1 teaspoon California dried basil
• 1 teaspoon tomato powder
• 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
• 1 teaspoon chopped dried onions
• 1/2 teaspoon regular mustard powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cracked dustless black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon Dried Mexican Oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon Dried Mediterranean Thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 1/8 teaspoon celery seed

Serves / Yields

1 2/3 Cups

Preparation Instructions

In a Jar or carafe with tight fitting lid add water, sugar and vinegar. Shake well till sugar is dissolved.
Place all herbs and Spices in a Mortar and Pestle and grind until a medium powder. Add to jar and shake well. Add oil and shake until emulsified. Chill for at least 4 hours to blend flavors.

Helpful Hints

Serve on any fresh green salad, pasta salads, or use as a marinade for chicken.

Credit

This recipe was provided by Lois Hernandez from West Allis.