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    Oregano Vinaigrette

    Published: Aug 12, 2023 by The Devil Wears Salad

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    Zesty, earthy oregano vinaigrette is easy to make with only 3 ingredients. Handy to have in the fridge ready to go for your everyday salads.

    Oregano Vinaigrette
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    • Why You’ll Love Our Oregano Vinaigrette
    • What is Oregano?
    • Oregano: Fresh vs Dried
    • Ingredients
    • Variations and Substitutions
    • Instructions
    • How to Make This Dressing Perfectly [Expert Tips]
    • How to Store
    • Best Salad for This Dressing
    • Recipe

    Why You’ll Love Our Oregano Vinaigrette

    Our oregano vinaigrette recipe uses only 3 ingredients – dried oregano, red wine vinegar and extra virgin olive oil. And together, they offer a versatile dressing that pairs well with salads, grilled vegetables, lamb roast or even as a marinade. 

    I adore the earthy notes that dried oregano brings to the table and how the acidity of red wine vinegar counterbalances the warmth. Combined with a sharp extra virgin olive oil, oregano vinaigrette can lift a simple salad, much like our classic Greek salad recipe. 

    Whipped up in just a couple of minutes, oregano vinaigrette is a zesty and aromatic salad dressing we love to use any day of the week.

    What is Oregano?

    Many of us associate oregano with the “pizza herb” which is often sprinkled over large pizza slices. 

    Oregano, a perennial herb from the mint family, is a petite plant with purple flowers and olive-green leaves. Native to Greece, it’s a cornerstone of Mediterranean cooking and is also widely used in Mexican cuisine.

    Oregano: Fresh vs Dried

    Dried oregano is the more common version used in cooking. Sold in brown-green, crushed flakes, most people prefer this version as it is more subtle and has an aromatic fragrance to it. Dried oregano compliments with dominating other ingredients. 

    You can use dried oregano in pasta, pizza, marinades, sauces, stews and our homemade Italian dressing recipe. It adds a subtle earthy flavour with a hint of mint to the dish. 

    Fresh oregano, on the other hand, has a more intense aroma and a strong woody flavour. Too much fresh oregano can make the dish bitter. 

    Therefore it is used more as a seasoning and then discarded before eating. For example, you can add sprigs of fresh oregano to roast chicken or roast fish but remove it before serving. 

    Another great use of fresh oregano is to infuse oils or add flavour to marinated cheese. We want the earthy notes but not the bitter taste when you eat fresh oregano. 

    Ingredients

    Individually labelled ingredients for Oregano Vinaigrette

    Dried oregano: a staple in our herb rack as I love adding dried oregano to pasta sauces and marinating lamb roasts. Oregano adds a subtle yet earthy flavour to dishes. Quintessential in Mediterranean cooking.

    Red wine vinegar: a versatile pantry staple made from red wine. Its pronounced acidity and robust flavour make it great for making zingy vinaigrettes. 

    Extra virgin olive oil: I chose to use extra virgin olive oil to compensate for the acidity in the red wine vinegar and the earthy flavours of oregano. The peppery flavour will act as a counterbalance for the other two.

    Variations and Substitutions

    Fresh oregano variation: You can use fresh oregano in place of dried oregano in this salad dressing but would make sure to remove leaves from stems and finely chop. If you do use fresh oregano, less is more in this instance. 

    Red wine vinegar substitute: If you don’t have red wine vinegar in your pantry, try lemon juice as a substitute in the oregano salad dressing. 

    Other ingredients: For something a little more, you can add minced garlic and Dijon mustard for extra punch. 

    Instructions

    In a mason jar, add extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano and salt and pepper and shake until combined.

    Pouring red wine vinegar into a jar of olive oil
    Shaking a jar of Oregano Vinaigrette

    How to Make This Dressing Perfectly [Expert Tips]

    Good quality oil and vinegar: As there are only 3 main ingredients in this red wine vinaigrette recipe, make sure you have quality extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar. This will enhance the overall flavours of the salad.

    How to Store

    Store the oregano vinaigrette in mason jar in the refrigerator for several days. 

    Before using it, give it a good shake to recombine the ingredients.

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    Oregano Vinaigrette

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    4.94 from 58 votes

    Oregano Vinaigrette

    Punchy yet earthy oregano vinaigrette is easy to make and handy to have in the fridge ready to go for your everyday salads.
    Prep Time5 minutes mins
    Total Time5 minutes mins
    Course: Salad Dressing
    Cuisine: International
    Dietary: Dairy Free, Egg Free, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Plant-Based, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 127kcal
    Author: Sammy Eng

    Ingredients

    • 4 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
    • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
    • 1 tsp oregano, dried
    • salt, to taste
    • pepper, to taste

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    Instructions

    • In a mason jar, add extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano and salt and pepper and shake until combined.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 127kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 9mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 9IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg

    *Disclaimer: Nutritional information provided is an estimate only and generated by an online calculator.

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    1. Sharon Chen

      May 13, 2021 at 2:49 pm

      5 stars
      This dressing looks yummy! I’m gonna try it on my salad soon.

      Reply
      • The Devil Wears Salad

        May 31, 2021 at 12:10 pm

        Awesome! Enjoy!

        Reply
    2. Denay DeGuzman

      May 13, 2021 at 2:49 pm

      5 stars
      What a flavorful vinaigrette! I love that it’s quick and easy to make with a few basic pantry staples.

      Reply
      • The Devil Wears Salad

        May 31, 2021 at 12:10 pm

        Exactly! Don’t need much to create a delicious salad dressing. Never need to get store bought ones when you can make them at home.

        Reply
    3. Anjali

      May 13, 2021 at 2:43 pm

      5 stars
      I love a simple salad dressing and this one was particularly delicious! It had nice herbal notes and paired well with my green salad at lunchtime!

      Reply
      • The Devil Wears Salad

        May 31, 2021 at 12:09 pm

        Thanks Anjali! Yup love those herbal notes as you mentioned!

        Reply
    4. Beth

      May 13, 2021 at 1:30 pm

      5 stars
      This is amazing and so delicious on the salad I made tonight! I can’t wait to make this again!

      Reply
      • The Devil Wears Salad

        May 31, 2021 at 12:06 pm

        Glad you liked it Beth! Thanks for letting us know!

        Reply
    5. Caitlyn Erhardt

      May 13, 2021 at 10:59 am

      5 stars
      This looks like such a fresh dressing and will make the perfect addition to my salad!

      Reply
      • The Devil Wears Salad

        May 31, 2021 at 12:05 pm

        It sure is and it’s so easy to make! Enjoy!

        Reply

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