Balsamic vinegar adds a distinctive sweet-and-sour note, and when combined with olive oil it becomes one of the simplest everyday salad dressings. It works especially well with tomatoes, leafy greens, soft cheeses, and roasted vegetables.
💡 Best pairings:
- green salads with arugula or mixed leaves;
- antipasti with sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and cheese;
- Caprese salad with tomatoes and mozzarella.
Servings:
4
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⭐ Ingredients
👨🍳 Method
- Pour the balsamic vinegar and olive oil into a clean jar.
- Add salt and pepper.
- Close the lid tightly and shake vigorously.
- Taste the dressing on a salad leaf. If your vinegar is very sharp, add a little more oil; if it is mild and naturally sweet, add a few extra drops of vinegar.
💡 An expensive aged balsamic is not necessary for an everyday dressing. A pleasant balance of acidity and sweetness matters more.
Recipe inspiration: the ratio is close to classic quick balsamic vinaigrettes, including Jamie Oliver's jam-jar dressing approach. The Lines version is presented as a flexible home dressing.
