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Warm Chorizo Vinaigrette

Published on August 01, 2026
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Warm Chorizo Vinaigrette
Prep: 5 mins
Cook: 10 mins
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 4 Servings

Spoon this savory dressing over salads, roasted vegetables, and so much more

Ingredients

  • 3 1/2 ounces cured Spanish chorizo (not fresh Mexican chorizo)
  • 1 medium shallot
  • 5 sprigs fresh cilantro or parsley
  • 1/2 cup olive oil, divided
  • 1/2 medium lemon
  • 1/4 cup sherry vinegar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more as needed
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Cut 3 1/2 ounces Spanish chorizo into quarters lengthwise, then cut crosswise into 1/2-inch thick pieces (about 2/3 cup). Mince 1 medium shallot (about 1/3 cup). Finely chop the leaves and tender stems of 5 fresh cilantro or parsley sprigs (about 1 heaping tablespoon).
  2. Place the chorizo in a medium skillet and add 1/4 of the cup olive oil. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the chorizo is crisp and the fat is rendered, 5 to 7 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the chorizo to a paper towel-lined plate.
  3. Add the shallots to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent and fragrant, about 2 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat.
  4. Squeeze the juice 1/2 medium lemon into the skillet (about 1 tablespoon). Add the cilantro or parsley, 1/4 cup sherry vinegar, 1 1/2 teaspoons honey, 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt. Whisk to combine. While whisking continuously, slowly pour in the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil. Taste and season with more kosher salt and black pepper as needed.
  5. Spoon the warm vinaigrette over salad greens, roasted vegetables or grilled protein. Serve with the crispy chorizo.

Recipe Stats

  • Aug 01, 2026
  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 10 mins
  • Servings: 4 Servings
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