vinaigrette

noun

vin·ai·grette ˌvi-ni-ˈgret

: a sauce made typically of oil, vinegar, and seasonings and used especially on salads, cold meats, or fish

called also vinaigrette dressing

: a small ornamental box or bottle with perforated top used for holding an aromatic preparation (such as smelling salts)

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In addition, The Bigger Feast includes black pepper & Gruyère biscuits, a pear-walnut salad with pomegranate vinaigrette, and a ginger-apple crisp with a walnut-oat topping. —

Jennifer Adams, StyleCaster, 29 Oct. 2024 Apples can also create a refreshing salad—just toss them with some leafy greens, nuts, and a tangy vinaigrette. —

Sarah Scott, Verywell Health, 22 Oct. 2024 Remove sheet pan from the oven, remove the foil and spoon the vinaigrette dressing over the vegetables. —

Tribune News Service, The Denver Post, 30 Oct. 2024 Third course: Roasted broccolini and pickled peppers, jalapeno risotto, white balsamic vinaigrette and grated grana padano. —

Amanda Hancock, The Courier-Journal, 28 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for vinaigrette