Classic French Vinaigrette

Name: Classic French Vinaigrette
Cook time: 5 minutes
Yield: Makes about ½ cup
Ingredients: Freshly ground black pepper; ½ tsp. Diamond Crystal or ¼ tsp. Morton kosher salt, plus more; 2 Tbsp. finely chopped shallots; 2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar or white wine vinegar; 2 tsp. Dijon mustard; 4–6 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

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This classic French vinaigrette recipe—made with vinegar, Dijon mustard, shallot, and olive oil—is bright, punchy, and endlessly riffable.

By: Epicurious (via Epicurious)

Last Updated: Mar 1, 2026

Cook: 5 minutes

Yields: Makes about ½ cup

Ingredients

Freshly ground black pepper
½ tsp. Diamond Crystal or ¼ tsp. Morton kosher salt, plus more
2 Tbsp. finely chopped shallots
2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar or white wine vinegar
2 tsp. Dijon mustard
4–6 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

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