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Garlicky Cherry Tomato Basil Vinaigrette

A bright, punchy blended vinaigrette with sweet cherry tomatoes, sharp fresh garlic and fragrant basil that clings lightly to tender greens.

Garlicky Cherry Tomato Basil Vinaigrette

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup120 gCherry tomatoeshalved
  • ¼ cup50 gOlive oil
  • 1 tbsp20 gBalsamic vinegar
  • 3 cloves9 gGarlicpeeled and smashed
  • ½ cup leaves10 gFresh basilleaves only
  • 1 tsp1 gDried oregano
  • ¾ tsp5 gHoney
  • ¼ tsp1.5 gSalt
  • ¼ tsp0.5 gBlack pepper

Steps

  1. Prepare first: halve the cherry tomatoes, peel and smash the garlic, and pick the basil leaves from their stems.
  2. Put the cherry tomatoes, garlic, balsamic, honey, oregano, salt and black pepper in the blender.
  3. Blend on high for about 30 seconds until the tomatoes and garlic are completely smooth.
  4. With the blender running on low, slowly pour in the olive oil so the dressing thickens and turns glossy.
  5. Add the basil and pulse a few times, just until it is finely flecked through the dressing.
  6. Pour into a jar and shake before serving over leafy salads; keep any leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Allergens: none of the nine major allergens in the ingredients as written.

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Saved in the Every Helping recipe book on October 24, 2026.

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