Champagne Vinaigrette (Light, Elegant & Everyday)

This champagne vinaigrette is a light, elegant salad dressing made with champagne vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey. Milder than traditional vinaigrettes, champagne vinaigrette has a soft acidity that pairs beautifully with delicate greens, spring salads, and grain-based salads without overpowering them. If you’re looking for a simple homemade dressing that tastes restaurant-quality but takes just minutes to make, this champagne vinaigrette is an easy go-to.

This is the kind of dressing I reach for when I want the salad itself to be the star. It’s subtle, balanced, and fresh, adding just enough tang without the sharp bite you get from stronger vinegars. I especially love it on tender greens, shaved vegetables, fruit-forward salads, or simple grain bowls when I want something lighter than a classic balsamic or red wine vinaigrette.

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Champagne Vinaigrette Recipe

Makes about ½ cup

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons champagne vinegar

• ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil

• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

• 1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup)

• 1 small shallot, very finely minced (optional)

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the champagne vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper.

2. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking until the dressing emulsifies.

3. Stir in the minced shallot, if using.

4. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Champagne Vinaigrette – Nutrition Information

Serving size: 1 tablespoon

Recipe yield: ~8 tablespoons (½ cup)

Per 1 tablespoon (approximate)

• Calories: 85–90 kcal

• Total Fat: 9 g

  • Saturated Fat: 1.3 g

• Carbohydrates: 1 g

  • Sugars: ~0.8 g

• Protein: 0 g

• Fiber: 0 g

• Sodium: ~60 mg

Where the nutrition comes from

• Olive oil provides healthy monounsaturated fats that support heart health and satiety

• Champagne vinegar adds flavor with virtually no calories

• Honey adds a small amount of natural sugar for balance

• Shallot (optional) contributes minimal calories and trace antioxidants

Why Champagne Vinaigrette Works

• Champagne vinegar is milder and smoother than white or red wine vinegar

• The dressing feels light but still flavorful

• It complements delicate ingredients instead of overpowering them

• Easy to make and stores well in the fridge

What to Serve It With

• Butter lettuce or spring greens

• Arugula with shaved fennel

• Pear or apple salads

• Lentil or bean salads when you want something lighter

• Simple grain bowls

Storage Tips

Store this champagne vinaigrette in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 5–7 days. If it separates, just give it a quick shake or stir before using.

What I Used

• Extra-virgin olive oil

• Champagne Vinegar

• Dijon Mustard

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