Immensely flavorful balsamic dressing with fresh basil and garlic! Lovely drizzled over a wide variety of salads, and especially wonderful in the summertime with fresh garden basil. (Vegan, gluten-free, oil-free.)

This tangy Garlic-Basil Balsamic Dressing is a wonderful way to incorporate fresh basil. I love this simple, flavorful dressing so much that sometimes I’ll make a salad just so I can enjoy it.
Garlic and balsamic paired together has always been a favorite of mine, but fragrant fresh basil takes it to a whole other level.

This recipe yields about 1/3 cup dressing so increase as desired. We find it also keeps well covered in the refrigerator for about 5 days.
For more oil-free dressing recipes, here are some additional ideas:
- Carrot Ginger Miso Dressing
- Strawberry-Balsamic Dressing
- Maple-Balsamic Dressing
- Garlic-Ginger Peanut Dressing
- Creamy Cilantro-Lime Dressing
- Zesty Italian Vinaigrette
- Tangy Greek Vinaigrette
- Marinated Kale Salad

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Garlic-Basil Balsamic Dressing
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 Tbsp. fresh basil, finely chopped
- 1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
- 2-3 tsp. pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp. nutritional yeast
- 2 tsp. water
- 1/8 tsp. salt
Instructions
- Mince garlic and finely chop basil.
- Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and whisk to combine. (Or add to a small jar, then seal and shake well to combine.)
- Adjust flavors if desired. Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for about 5 days.
Notes
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YUM! Garlic and basil are my two favorite ingredients. This looks great!
This is sooo good! I love your presentation too.
I love balsamic vinaigrette and the basil addition seems like a fabulous idea!
Oh, this looks just lovely! You can't go wrong with either balsamic vinegar or basil.
This looks so yummy and fresh
I love homemade dressings. It sounds really good, can't wait to try it on a salad.
thanks for dressing, can't wait try !!!
You’re very welcome – hope you enjoy! 🙂