Classic All-purpose Vinaigrette

Prep: 5 minutes Makes: a generous 1⁄2 cup

Change the types of oil, vinegar and mustard for flavor variations. Use the agave syrup for a hint of sweetness.

1⁄4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons mild-tasting oil, such as safflower oil, or bold-flavored oil, such as walnut oil, hazelnut oil

3 tablespoons delicious vinegar, such as Banyuls wine vinegar, red wine vinegar or white wine vinegar

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

1⁄2 teaspoon salt

1⁄2 teaspoon agave syrup or 1/4 teaspoon sugar, optional

1⁄4 teaspoon grated lemon rind, optional

1⁄4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Put oils, vinegar, mustard and salt into a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Shake well. Add pepper and mix again. Refrigerate covered up to 2 weeks. Use at room temperature.

Per tablespoon: 91 calories, 10 g fat, 1 g saturated fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 0 g carbohydrates, 0 g sugar, 0 g protein, 161 mg sodium, 0 g fiber