30 minutes
A tangy and smoky vinaigrette made with barbecue sauce, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and garlic.
Plain Barbecue Sauce
cups
cups
Garlic Clove, minced
each
to taste
to taste
1. Whisk the Base Together
In a medium bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, extra-virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and minced garlic. Using a whisk, blend these ingredients together until they form a smooth, slightly thickened mixture.
2. Season to Taste
Add a pinch of kosher salt and a generous sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper. Taste your vinaigrette and adjust the seasoning as necessary.
3. Refrigerate and Store
Transfer your vinaigrette to a container with a lid and pop it in the fridge. Let it chill for about 20 minutes before serving, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Select a BBQ sauce that’s rich in flavor, with balanced smokiness and sweetness. Consider a homemade BBQ sauce tailored to your taste preferences.
Whisk the oil into the BBQ-vinegar mixture slowly to create a stable emulsion. Use a blender for smooth consistency and Dijon mustard as an emulsifier.
Achieve the right balance between acidity and sweetness. Use apple cider vinegar for a milder tang, or red wine vinegar for a robust flavor, and add honey or maple syrup if needed.
Use a mild oil like grapeseed or sunflower to let the BBQ sauce's flavor shine, or olive oil for more complexity. Smoked or chili-infused oils can add another layer of depth.
Taste and adjust the salt and pepper levels based on the natural saltiness and sweetness of your BBQ sauce. Allow the vinaigrette to rest before a final taste test.
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