Nutrient-Focused Diets Healthy Low-Sodium Recipes Low-Sodium Salad Recipes Low-Sodium Salad Dressing Recipes Basil Vinaigrette 5.0 (4) 4 Reviews Drizzle this basil salad dressing over sliced tomatoes or cooked green beans. Or toss it into a grain salad for a pop of fresh summertime flavor. By Katie Webster Katie Webster Facebook Instagram Twitter Katie Webster is a freelance recipe developer, food photographer and author of the blog HealthySeasonalRecipes.com, where she shares easy and nutritious recipes for busy families. Her recipes have appeared in EatingWell, Fitness, Parents, Parenting and several Edible Communities publications. Her recipes and photography have been featured on popular online sites, including Kitchn and Parade. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on June 8, 2018 Print Share Share Tweet Pin Email Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 5 mins Servings: 6 Yield: 3 /4 cup Nutrition Profile: Dairy-Free Egg Free Gluten-Free Heart Healthy Low Carbohydrate Low Sodium Nut-Free Soy-Free Vegetarian Ingredients 1 small shallot, peeled and quartered ½ cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons red-wine vinegar 2 teaspoons honey or agave syrup 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard ½ teaspoon ground pepper ¼ teaspoon salt Directions Combine shallot, basil, oil, vinegar, honey (or agave), mustard, pepper and salt in a blender. Puree until smooth. Tips To make ahead: Refrigerate for up to 5 days. The vinaigrette will discolor, but will remain flavorful. Print