Name: Pesto Dressing
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American

January 29, 2026

This pesto dressing is bright, herby, and endlessly useful. It comes together in minutes with just three simple ingredients-pesto, olive oil, and rice wine vinegar. The result is a silky, flavorful dressing that adds vibrant, fresh flavor to salads, grain bowls, and roasted vegetables.

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Pesto Dressing

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Ingredients

WarningMilk and 5 other allergens identified

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Instructions

In a small bowl or mason jar, combine ½ cup pesto, ¼ cup olive oil, and ¼ cup rice wine vinegar.

Stir or shake well until smooth. For a creamier consistency, blend in a high-speed blender.

Store in the refrigerator for up to 5-6 days. Shake before serving.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Pesto Quality Matters 🌿
Use high-quality, fresh basil pesto for the most vibrant and authentic flavor - homemade is best, but choose a premium store-bought version if needed.
Vinegar Balance Technique 🥄
Whisk the rice wine vinegar and olive oil gradually to create a perfect emulsion, ensuring the dressing has a smooth, consistent texture.
Storage Secret 🏺
Store the pesto dressing in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator, where it will keep fresh for up to 5 days and the flavors will continue to meld.
Flavor Customization 🌶️
Experiment with adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or a clove of minced garlic to personalize the dressing and add depth to its flavor profile.
Ratio Perfection 🔬
Maintain a 2:1 ratio of olive oil to pesto and rice wine vinegar for the ideal balance of richness and tanginess in your dressing.

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I'm Nora! Balancing Bowls is the product of a slightly chaotic life, a need to make and grow things, and a love of creative cooking. If you're here because you're trying to feed your family well without losing your mind, you're in the right place.