Basil Flower Vinegar

Has your basil plant gone to flower? Don’t fret—those blossoms are a gift, and this Basil Flower Vinegar is the perfect way to use them. Infused with vibrant basil flowers, this vinegar is a stunner—gorgeous to look at, fragrant to smell, and a dream in oil-and-vinegar dressings or solo as a tangy splash. It’s so pretty, it doubles as kitchen décor! I love it, and I bet you will too.

Basil Flower Vinegar Recipe

Basil Flower Vinegar

Scott James Gaspard

Basil infused vinegar that give a wonderful flavor and aroma to salads and dressings.

5 from 1 vote

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Prep Time 14 days d

Total Time 14 days d

Course Salad

Cuisine American

Servings 16 servings

Calories 3 kcal

Equipment

• glass mason jar with a lid

Ingredients

  

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• 8 sprig basil stems with flowers
• 1 cup white vinegar

Instructions

 

• Trim a handful of flower covered stems from basil plant, but leave the flowers on the stems.
• Stuff basil flower stems into a mason jar with a lid.
• Fill the jar with white vinegar.
• Close the lid and let sit in a dark cool place for at least 2 weeks, or until desired color is achieved.
  

Notes

This is so easy to make, looks amazing, and gives an essence of basil to whatever you use it with. Use it to make oil and vinegar salad dressing, or just add a dash or two to cucumber salad.

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Nutrition

Calories: 3kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.03g | Protein: 0.03g | Fat: 0.01g | Saturated Fat: 0.001g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.004g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.001g | Sodium: 0.4mg | Potassium: 3mg | Fiber: 0.02g | Sugar: 0.01g | Vitamin A: 53IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.04mg

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Making It: Simple Steps

Start with a handful of flower-laden stems from a live basil plant—trim them fresh, but keep those blossoms attached to the stems for maximum flavor. Stuff them into a glass jar (a mason jar works perfectly), then pour in white vinegar until the jar’s full. Seal it tight and tuck it away in a cool, dark spot for at least two weeks—or longer if you’re chasing a deeper hue and punchier taste. The flowers will tint the vinegar a striking pinkish-purple while infusing it with basil’s bright, herby essence.

Where It Shines: Flavorful Uses

This basil flower vinegar is a versatile gem. Whisk it with olive oil for a quick, zesty salad dressing—try it tossed with my Cucumber Tomato Relish or a Greek tomato salad for a fresh, tangy lift. It’s a game-changer in Caprese Salad, adding a herby zip to the tomatoes and mozzarella. Or blend it with olive oil and my Tuscan Spice Blend for a killer Italian bread dip—warm, crusty bread soaks it up like a dream. That floral, tangy kick elevates anything it touches.

Why It Works

The beauty here is in the simplicity—basil flowers bring aroma, flavor, and color without any fuss. White vinegar’s clean sharpness lets the herb shine, turning a garden surplus into a pantry star. It’s a low-effort way to capture summer in a jar, and it keeps for months, ready to brighten dishes whenever you need it. Plus, that gorgeous hue? It’s a conversation starter just sitting on your counter!

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