(Adjust amounts given in table according to personal taste)

DIRECTIONS: Whisk together vinegar and any additional seasonings. Slowly add olive oil and whisk in. Or, shake all ingredients together in a small jar with a tight lid. For safety and freshness, serve homemade dressings the same day you make them.

 

Amount of ingredients for YOUR salad	Amount needed for 1 main-dish or 2 side-dish salads	Amount needed for 2 main-dish or 4 side-dish salads	INGREDIENTS
	1-1/2 teaspoons to 1 tablespoon	1 to 2 tablespoons	Balsamic, red wine or white wine vinegar, or lemon juice
TO TASTE			Salt & freshly ground black pepper
	1-1/2 tablespoons	3 tablespoons	Extra virigin olive oil
POSSIBLE ADD-INS
	1-1/2 teaspoons to 1 tablespoon	1 to 2 tablespoons	Minced shallot
	1/4 to scant 1/2 teaspoon	1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon	Dijon-type mustard
	Dash of garlic powder	1/8 teaspoon powder OR 1 clove	Garlic powder or clove of minced garlic
	A pinch or to taste	A pinch or 2 OR to taste	Sugar
	1-1/2 or more teaspoons	1 or more tablespoons	Chopped fresh herbs