Sherry-Shallot Vinaigrette

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Soaking shallot slices in vinegar makes them deliciously pickle-like. For a tarter flavor, let the shallots soak for up to 2 hours.Plus: More Perfect Salad Dressings Great Green Salads

Crunchy Cucumber-Dill Salad with Shallot Vinaigrette
Photo: © Tina Rupp
Total Time:
20 mins
Yield:
Makes 1/3 cup

Ingredients

  • 1 large shallot (thinly sliced)

  • 1 ½ tablespoons sherry vinegar

  • Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, toss the shallot with the vinegar and season with salt and pepper. Let stand for 15 minutes, then whisk in the oil.

Notes

Great With Cucumber salad, sliced tomatoes, pasta salad, steak salad, steamed asparagus or green beans.

Originally appeared: June 2009

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