Champagne Vinaigrette
An upscale, crisp vinaigrette featuring RC Siena Vinaigrette Dressing Mix, RC Roasted Garlic Base, champagne vinegar, fresh thyme, whole grain mustard, and a dual-oil blend.
Yield / Servings
1 Gallon Yield
Category
Dressings / Vinaigrette Dressings
Ingredients
10 Components
RC Siena Vinaigrette Dressing Mix
1 package
Granulated Sugar
1 cup
Water
16 oz.
Champagne Vinegar
1 quart
Vegetable Oil
1¼ quarts
Olive Oil
1¼ quarts
Whole Grain Mustard
4 Tbsp.
Fresh Thyme Chopped
1 Tbsp.
Ground Black Pepper
2 Tbsp.
RC Roasted Garlic Base
1 Tbsp.
Preparation Steps
1
Dissolve Seasoning & Hydrate
In a mixer bowl, blend 1 package RC Siena Vinaigrette Dressing Mix with 1 cup sugar. Add 16 oz. water and whip at medium speed for 5 minutes. Scrape the sides of the bowl.
2
Add Acid & Emulsify Oils
Add 1 quart champagne vinegar and whip at medium speed for 3 minutes. Scrape bowl again. With the mixer running on slow speed, slowly stream in 1¼ quarts vegetable oil and 1¼ quarts olive oil until fully incorporated.
3
Incorporate Aromatics & Chill
Add 4 Tbsp. whole grain mustard, 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh thyme, 2 Tbsp. ground black pepper, and 1 Tbsp. RC Roasted Garlic Base. Whip at high speed for 6 minutes until completely emulsified. Refrigerate for several hours before serving and keep chilled.
Chef Notes & Recipe Variations
Custom Specialty Variations:
• Nutty Flavor: Substitute pumpkin seed oil for the olive oil.
• Vinegar Swaps: Use half balsamic vinegar and half red wine vinegar, or swap in cider vinegar for autumn menus.
• Citrus & Sweet: Add orange juice and honey for a fruity finish, or fold in finely chopped candied pecans for texture.
• Creamy Style: Blend in sour cream or crème fraîche for a rich, creamy Champagne dressing.