How to Use vinaigrette in a Sentence

vinaigrette

noun
  • Put the radish and the caramelized cicadas on top of the greens then add the vinaigrette.
    Cheryl V. Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 8 June 2021
  • Cut the apples into ¼-inch slices and add to the bowl with the vinaigrette.
    Christian Reynoso, San Francisco Chronicle, 10 Nov. 2021
  • The vinaigrette gets used to dress arugula and as a sauce to spoon over the fish.
    Aaron Hutcherson, Washington Post, 8 Apr. 2024
  • The wild rice provides some heft and a toothy bite, and the vinaigrette unites it all.
    San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 July 2021
  • Make Ahead: The vinaigrette for the slaw can be made 3 days in advance.
    Washington Post, 9 June 2020
  • Serve with the vinaigrette on the side or drizzled over the salad.
    Katie Workman, Washington Post, 29 Mar. 2021
  • The sauce can be light and runny as a vinaigrette or thick as aioli.
    G. Daniela Galarza, Washington Post, 27 July 2023
  • Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to combine.
    cleveland, 12 June 2020
  • 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
  • One is that the cut tomatoes are first spread with a vinaigrette.
    Tribune News Service, cleveland, 26 July 2021
  • The vinaigrette is soft and almost sweet with tangents of heat from the chilies.
    Amanda Albee, Dallas News, 16 June 2021
  • 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
  • Turn the cooked tofu and radishes into the bowl to coat with the vinaigrette.
    Star Tribune, 16 June 2021
  • The green gets tossed with a smoky charred scallion vinaigrette that works as a bed for cod.
    Washington Post, 23 Mar. 2022
  • Toss the slaw to evenly distribute the vinaigrette, then fold in the cilantro.
    Angela Davis, Washington Post, 25 June 2020
  • Put the spaghetti in a serving bowl and stir in the vinaigrette to evenly coat.
    Beth Segal, cleveland, 2 Sep. 2021
  • Add the vinaigrette to the cucumber mixture and toss to coat.
    Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 20 June 2024
  • Add lentils, veggies, and chili crisp to the bowl and dress with your favorite vinaigrette.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2024
  • For the vinaigrette: Zest the lemon into a medium sized bowl, then squeeze the juice into the same bowl.
    Joanne Kempinger Demski, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 3 Nov. 2020
  • Those grains get tossed with sweet corn, black beans, jalapeño chiles and a zesty lime vinaigrette for a bright and tangy taste.
    Paul Stephen, ExpressNews.com, 22 Apr. 2020
  • Place the asparagus on a platter and spoon the vinaigrette on top.
    BostonGlobe.com, 13 Apr. 2021
  • There are leeks vinaigrette and leek gratin, pot-au-feu and cassoulet.
    Hannah Goldfield, The New Yorker, 21 Feb. 2020
  • 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
  • Add the vinaigrette and sesame seeds, if using, to the slaw and toss until well coated.
    Washington Post, 9 June 2020
  • That Pairs Well Even with so few ingredients, this vinaigrette has big flavor payoff.
    Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 16 Sep. 2024
  • Leftover vinaigrette will keep in the refrigerator for several days.
    Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 14 June 2024

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