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Home » Salads & Dressings » Greek Vinaigrette

Greek Vinaigrette

Posted by: Diabetic Foodie / Salads & Dressings / October 26, 2010

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Greek vinaigrette

This tasty Greek vinaigrette is easy to make and perfect for dipping raw vegetables, dressing a leafy green salad, or even marinating chicken breast or pork loin!

Hand drizzling Greek vinaigrette over a salad

When it comes to salad dressings, vinaigrettes are a great option. They’re full of flavor, but very simple to make.

This tasty Greek vinaigrette is one of my favorites! With the combination of tart lemon, pungent garlic, aromatic oregano, and vibrant red wine vinegar, this easy recipe doesn’t skimp on the flavor.

I promise this homemade version is tastier than anything you can find at the store. Plus, you don’t have to worry about any added sugar, sodium, fillers, or preservatives.

The beauty of homemade vinaigrette is that you can control exactly what goes in it. Plus, it’s probably faster to whip up this vinaigrette right at home than it is to run to your local store!

How to make Greek vinaigrette

Ready to see how this easy, flavorful recipe comes together?

Vinaigrette ingredients in individual bowls on table

Step 1: Combine the red wine vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

Step 2: While continuously whisking, add the olive oil in a steady stream.

Hand pouring olive oil into the dressing from a glass.

Step 3: Whisk until all the ingredients are well-combined.

Small glass bowl of Greek vinaigrette seen from above

You can serve immediately or transfer to a jar with a screw-top lid for easy storage.

What to eat with this vinaigrette

I always make this recipe when I find myself craving a Greek salad, like this Greek salad with chicken. It’s perfect over some leafy greens with cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and a little feta!

It’s also great for dipping raw veggies. When you’re not super hungry but just in the mood for something crunchy, this really hits the spot.

Finally, you can use it as a marinade for vegetables, chicken breast, pork loin, and more! With such a vibrant and versatile flavor, it’s hard to go wrong.

Storage

Your vinaigrette can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to a week. I recommend putting it in a screw top jar for convenience.

Before serving, be sure to shake it up as the ingredients are likely to separate in the refrigerator!

Small glass ramekin with dressing in front of salad bowl

Other easy vinaigrette recipes

Vinaigrettes are the easiest way to add flavor to salads. They can transform the most boring bowl of lettuce into a vibrant and tasty dish! Plus, they’re great to use as marinades for vegetables or meat.

Here are a few more of my favorite vinaigrette recipes:

  • Homemade Citrus Vinaigrette
  • Fruity White Balsamic Vinaigrette
  • Asian Vinaigrette and Marinade

You can also take a look at my roundup of easy diabetes-friendly salad dressings. It has 10 great recipes and a list of low-carb store-bought dressings.

When you’ve tried this vinaigrette, please don’t forget to let me know how you liked it and rate the recipe in the comments below!

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Greek vinaigrette
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Greek Vinaigrette

This tasty Greek vinaigrette is easy to make and perfect for dipping raw vegetables, dressing a leafy green salad, or even marinating chicken breast or pork loin!
Prep Time:2 minutes
Cook Time:3 minutes
Total Time:5 minutes
Author:Diabetic Foodie
Servings:6
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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • Juice from 1 small or 1/2 large lemon
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper
  • ¼ cup olive oil (extra-virgin)
US Customary – Metric

Instructions

  • Combine the red wine vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  • While continuously whisking, add the olive oil in a steady stream.
  • Whisk until all the ingredients are well-combined.

Recipe Notes

This recipe is for 6 servings of vinaigrette.
Any extra can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Before serving, I recommend shaking vigorously as the ingredients are likely to separate in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Nutrition Facts
Greek Vinaigrette
Amount Per Serving (1 tablespoon)
Calories 82 Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value*
Fat 9g14%
Saturated Fat 1.2g8%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 6.6g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 49.1mg2%
Potassium 8.8mg0%
Carbohydrates 0.6g0%
Fiber 0.1g0%
Sugar 0g0%
Protein 0.1g0%
Vitamin A 0IU0%
Vitamin C 0mg0%
Calcium 0mg0%
Iron 0mg0%
Net carbs 0.5g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Salads & Dressings
Cuisine: Greek
Diet: Diabetic
Keyword: easy marinade, Greek vinaigrette, vinaigrette
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