How to Use vinaigrette in a Sentence

vinaigrette

noun
  • Cut the apples into ¼-inch slices and add to the bowl with the vinaigrette.
    Christian Reynoso, San Francisco Chronicle, 10 Nov. 2021
  • The sauce can be light and runny as a vinaigrette or thick as aioli.
    G. Daniela Galarza, Washington Post, 27 July 2023
  • In a large bowl, toss the kale, arugula, and romaine with half the vinaigrette.
    BostonGlobe.com, 24 May 2022
  • Toss the salad with the vinaigrette, and top with warm peaches.
    Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 30 July 2023
  • Briny feta and a mustard vinaigrette boost the sweetness of the fruit and add tang.
    Julie Giuffrida, Los Angeles Times, 3 Dec. 2023
  • The sauce, said chef Tara Monsod, is like a vinaigrette and doesn’t need to be cooked.
    Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Oct. 2021
  • Crispy local squid tossed in a fish sauce vinaigrette and herbs top the dish.
    Elena Kadvany, San Francisco Chronicle, 16 Sep. 2021
  • The green gets tossed with a smoky charred scallion vinaigrette that works as a bed for cod.
    Washington Post, 23 Mar. 2022
  • Put the spaghetti in a serving bowl and stir in the vinaigrette to evenly coat.
    Beth Segal, cleveland, 2 Sep. 2021
  • Add lentils, veggies, and chili crisp to the bowl and dress with your favorite vinaigrette.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2024
  • The vinaigrette was bright and lovely against the salad’s creaminess.
    Amy Drew Thompson, orlandosentinel.com, 18 Nov. 2021
  • The whole artichoke that comes with a gravy boat of vinaigrette on the side (19 francs) is a crowd pleaser.
    Noele Illien, New York Times, 4 Jan. 2024
  • The simple maple vinaigrette makes all the difference in this pork dish.
    Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 15 Oct. 2023
  • His slices of raw tuna come with a shallot and beef-fat vinaigrette and a veal aioli.
    Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 29 Dec. 2022
  • There’s a little sugar in both the vinaigrette and the rib rub that helps heighten the sweetness of the tomatoes and onion.
    Ben Mims, Los Angeles Times, 31 July 2022
  • And a tender green-leaf salad with a zingy vinaigrette.
    Kim Sunée, Anchorage Daily News, 27 Jan. 2023
  • The lime vinaigrette sparked with red chile sings, and the punctuation is correct (the crunch is by way of fried peanuts).
    Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 7 Apr. 2023
  • But then again, there are those of you who prefer a tangy vinaigrette drizzled over the salad.
    Rita Nader Heikenfeld, The Enquirer, 12 Aug. 2022
  • Transfer the farro to the serving bowl with the vinaigrette, along with the English peas, snow peas and sugar snap peas.
    Joe Yonan, Washington Post, 29 May 2022
  • Pop these on your breakfast tacos, add them to a sandwich, add them to your grain bowl, or use the brine in a vinaigrette for a bit of a zip.
    Washington Post, 18 Apr. 2022
  • The sweetness of the leeks is balanced by the punch of Dijon vinaigrette in the memorable salad.
    Washington Post, 14 Jan. 2022
  • Add in fresh strawberries and a homemade vinaigrette to make this easy lunch idea one of a kind.
    Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2022
  • Reserve the rest of the vinaigrette for drizzling or for another use.
    Kitty Greenwald, WSJ, 9 Aug. 2022
  • Scatter the ribbons of pepper over the top, then drizzle the vinaigrette over the tuna and peppers.
    New York Times, 31 Aug. 2021
  • The salad is served with a citrus vinaigrette dressing and a veggie egg roll and starts at $9.95.
    Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY, 9 Jan. 2024
  • Toss with a light shallot vinaigrette for a quick salad.
    Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 9 June 2023
  • Use only black-eyed peas and lots of garlicky red wine vinaigrette.
    G. Daniela Galarza, Washington Post, 31 Aug. 2023
  • Shake or stir the vinaigrette to recombine, then pour it over the salad and toss gently.
    Katie Workman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Aug. 2023
  • The octopus is served cold in a vinaigrette, which is a most excellent way to cool down.
    Esra Erol, Bon Appétit, 5 Aug. 2022
  • Cook fresh field peas and corn in bacon drippings and drizzle with a bright herb vinaigrette.
    Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 21 Nov. 2023

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