Merlot

Description

Merlot Sea Salt Vinaigrette

A bright, elegant vinaigrette with just enough sweetness to complement the subtle wine notes of Cape Ann Sea Salt Co. Merlot Sea Salt. Delicious over mixed greens, roasted beets, goat cheese, or grilled steak.

Makes about ½ cup

Ingredients

• ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon finely minced shallot
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey
• ½ teaspoon Cape Ann Sea Salt Co. Merlot Sea Salt
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Directions

In a small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, shallot, Dijon mustard, honey, and Merlot Sea Salt.

Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking until the vinaigrette is smooth and emulsified. Finish with freshly ground black pepper and adjust the Merlot Sea Salt to taste.

Serve It With

Toss with arugula or mixed greens and top with roasted beets, crumbled goat cheese, toasted walnuts, and sliced pear for an elegant salad. It’s also delicious drizzled over grilled steak or roasted vegetables.