Chervil Vinaigrette

Chervil Vinaigrette: A Fresh and Delicate Dressing

Add a touch of elegance to your salads with this Chervil Vinaigrette. The delicate anise-like flavor of chervil, combined with the tanginess of white wine vinegar and the smooth richness of olive oil, creates a beautifully balanced dressing that’s perfect for enhancing fresh greens and vegetables.

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup fresh chervil leaves, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon honey or sugar (optional, for sweetness)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Dressing Base:
    • In a small bowl, combine the white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and honey (if using). Whisk until well combined.
  2. Add Olive Oil:
    • Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while continuously whisking to emulsify the dressing.
  3. Incorporate Chervil:
    • Stir in the finely chopped chervil leaves. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Mix and Serve:
    • Whisk the vinaigrette until well blended. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve over your favorite salad greens.

Serving Suggestions:

This chervil vinaigrette pairs beautifully with mixed green salads, roasted vegetables, or as a light dressing for cold pasta salads.

Conclusion:

Elevate your salads with this simple yet flavorful Chervil Vinaigrette. Its fresh, delicate taste is sure to impress, making any salad a standout dish. Try it today and experience the unique flavor of chervil in your culinary creations.

 

Chervil Vinaigrette

Recipe by Dan Bassil GourmetCourse: Herb Infused Oils and VinegarsCuisine: MediterraneanDifficulty: Easy

The delicate anise-like flavor of chervil, combined with the tanginess of white wine vinegar and the smooth richness of olive oil, creates a beautifully balanced dressing that’s perfect for enhancing fresh greens and vegetables

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup fresh chervil leaves, finely chopped

  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar

  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon honey or sugar (optional, for sweetness)

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  • Prepare the Dressing Base:
  • In a small bowl, combine the white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and honey (if using). Whisk until well combined.
  • Add Olive Oil:
  • Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while continuously whisking to emulsify the dressing.
  • Incorporate Chervil:
  • Stir in the finely chopped chervil leaves. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Mix and Serve:
  • Whisk the vinaigrette until well blended. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve over your favorite salad greens.