Is it necessary to keep vinaigrette in refrigerator? [duplicate]

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None of the listed ingredients require refrigeration so you are safe to leave the vinaigrette at room temperature as long as it's not fluctuating much. Leave it in a cool, somewhat shaded area (out of direct sunlight if possible). If you wanted, you could absolutely leave your vinaigrette in the fridge.

Do I need to refrigerate homemade vinaigrette?

Yes, you should refrigerate it. Once a commercially bottled dressing is exposed to the air it is contaminated. Your homemade dressing is no different, and is likely more contaminated to begin with. The bottom line is that your dressing is food -- for humans, bacteria, and mold.

Does oil and vinegar vinaigrette need to be refrigerated?

If you are using the dressing on a regular basis, there is no need to refrigerate. The acidity in the vinegar should be enough to keep the dressing stable. However, if you add raw garlic or raw herbal leaves (chopped or otherwise), then I would refrigerate because these lower acidity and can spoil.

How do you store vinaigrette dressing?

Store vinaigrettes in a jar or other container with a tight lid so that it's easy to shake it up again when you need it. If you made a basic vinaigrette with just olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper, you can stash it on the counter or in the cupboard for several weeks.

Do you have to refrigerate balsamic vinaigrette?

Balsamics' enemies are light and heat, so cool, dark storage spaces are best. If you're using balsamic vinegars primarily for salads and like them chilled, they can be refrigerated. If you're using them for sauces, marinades, and reductions, store them in a cupboard.

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