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How Do I Make Vinegar & Olive Oil Dressing?

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Carol Luther

Whether you are ordering a salad out or creating a salad at home, one dressing you may enjoy is the classic balsamic vinaigrette. When you are following a low-calorie diet, though, this dressing may not be your best bet. A traditional vinegar and oil dressing contains approximately 200 calories per 2-tbsp.