This Sauce is typical of the Catalonia Region in Northeastern Spain.  "Vinaigretta" Sauce is an emulsified sauce in which main ingredients are Garlic, Olive Oil and Vinegar (although sometimes it takes into account Lemon Juice instead) but Sour Cream, Mayonnaise or Yogurt can be used instead of Oil. It is often used as an accompaniment to  Vegetables, Grilled Meats or Fishes and also as a Salad dressing.

                

Vinaigretta Spanish vinaigrette/Vinaigretta is made by mixing vinegar, olive oil, onions and herbs.Sometimes capers or sardines are added for a bit of extra flavor.
   Recipe for Berenjena con Vinagreta de Tomate - Eggplant with Tomato Vinaigrette or Vinaigretta
LINK to Spanish Paprika Vinaigrette or Vinaigretta

LINK to Orange Salad with Smoky Spanish Vinaigretta

           LINK to Giada's Mixed Green Salad with                                            Sherry  Vinaigrette     Spain is the biggest purveyor of Sherry and it is                     used in many recipes. 

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