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olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point, while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers additional flavor and potential health benefits, while white vinegar is more economical.

herbs

🥗Healthier: fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Fresh herbs provide more flavor and nutrients, while dried herbs are more affordable.

Rinse the shallot with cold water to reduce its sharpness.

Combine the rinsed shallot with warm water and aged sherry vinegar.

Add whole grain mustard and fine Dijon mustard to the mixture.

Whisk in olive oil until emulsified.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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