Homemade salad dressing taste so much better than bottled. A base of oil and vinegar offers big flavor without the heavy calories you get from mayonnaise-based dressing.
Why you'll love this recipe
✔️ It's easy to make.
✔️ This homemade salad vinaigrette uses ingredients you have on hand.
✔️ This easy recipe is fresh and delicious.
Ingredients
Please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for the exact measurements.
- orange marmalade jam
- red wine vinegar
- spicy yellow mustard
- extra virgin olive oil
- salt and pepper
Instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. For complete directions, scroll down to the bottom.
- In a small bowl, add the jam & vinaigrette & whisk well.
- Stir in the mustard, salt & pepper to combine thoroughly.
- Slowly add the olive oil & continue to whisk briskly to emulsify.
- Or add all of the ingredients into a small jar. Screw on the lid on the jar and shake vigorously.
FAQ's
The basic formula is three parts oil to one-part vinegar.
A vinaigrette is oil-based and salad dressing often start with mayonnaise or greek yogurt.
Extra virgin oil olive is the most common used for vinaigrette. However you can also use hemp, avocado or canola oil.
Variations
This vinaigrette uses marmalade jam - though I've made it with all types of jam; mandarin, plum, blackberry, even strawberry - it's very versatile! Jam gives it a sweetness without adding excess sugar.
Ok...so you don't make your own jam or jelly? Don't stress - take a shortcut & use your favorite store bought brand.
Storage
Store in an airtight jar and refrigerate up to five days.
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Salad Vinaigrette
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons orange marmalade jam *
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon spicy yellow mustard
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl add the jam & vinaigrette & whisk well.
- Stir in the mustard, salt & pepper to combine thoroughly.
- Slowly add the olive oil & continue to whisk briskly to emulsify.
- *That's it! Though my recipe calls for marmalade, I've made this with all types of jam; marmalade, mandarin, plum, blackberry, even strawberry, it's very versatile. Saves a ton of money compared to store bought salad dressing, saves a ton of calories too and it just tastes better!
Cat says
Another spot on recipe by Deb! I use this recipe at the base concept for all my dressings now. The Bam Bam Jam is my fav to use in dressing. Your ratios are perfect for a small batch of dressing. Seasoning is perfect; recipe is quick & easy to make.
Debra Clark says
And homemade salad dressing, hands down is the BEST!! That's awesome, thanks for sharing Cat!!!
Tess says
Can't wait to make, as the jam itself is a neighbothood favorite! (I give it away at Christmas. ;o). However, for the dressing, by "spicy mustard," do you mean "spicy" as in a ground/Gulden's \-type spicy; or do you mean spicy as in "hot?" Thanks!
Debra Clark says
Great question Tess, by spicy I simply met something like Gluden's Spicy Mustard or Boars Head Delicatessen Style Mustard. Use something that isn't your average yellow mustard for a little extra "zing"!
Tess says
Haven't made yet, but it sounds YUMM-O, and if it's anything like the rest of your recipes, am sure I will love it!! Do you think it could be bottled/preserved? Would make wonderful C-mas presents for the neighbors--especially when made w/homemade jam!
Debra Clark says
Homemade is the BEST, for sure Tess!! I have never tried to seal this. I don't think you can, but again, I haven't really tried. It would be great if you could! p.s. if you love this, I have another salad dressing coming out in a couple of weeks that will knock your socks off! It's seriously amazing.
Amanda says
it's a fast, easy, healthy and delicious recipe. Love it.
Bowl Me Over says
Thanks Amanda, appreciate your stopping by!
Rini says
You have had such a colorful and versatile life experiences. That is awesome! This dressing looks amazing, Deb.
Bowl Me Over says
Colorful & versatile is a great description! 😀 Thanks Rini!!!
Liza says
What a wonderful recipe! And another benefit of making your own dressing is you actually know what's in it! This recipe is amazing! I'll be making it tomorrow for sure! 🙂 Thanks, Debra!
Bowl Me Over says
I think that's the number one reason (that I should have included!) don't you think Liza? Just knowing your food isn't filled with things you can't pronounce!
Nicole Schulte says
My husband loves orange marmalade and you are right about the store bought dressings. This looks delicious, fast and easy! Thanks!!
Bowl Me Over says
Wonderful! I hope you enjoy it!