How to Use balsamic vinegar in a Sentence

balsamic vinegar

noun
  • Turn off the heat and add the maple syrup and balsamic vinegar.
    — Claudia Alexander, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
  • Set the berries in a bowl, then top them with balsamic vinegar and stir to coat.
    — M. Carrie Allan, Washington Post, 20 May 2022
  • Sprinkle with olive oil and add a dab of the balsamic vinegar.
    — Ted Weesner, BostonGlobe.com, 4 July 2023
  • Add the balsamic vinegar and scrape the bottom of the pan to deglaze.
    — Janelle Bitker, SFChronicle.com, 26 Dec. 2019
  • In a small saucepan, warm the honey and whisk in the balsamic vinegar.
    — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2019
  • Mild coho fresh from the ocean, with a touch of balsamic vinegar?
    — Rep. Bryce Edgmon, Alaska Dispatch News, 8 Aug. 2017
  • Add balsamic vinegar, maples syrup, a pinch of salt and red pepper flakes.
    — Paris Wolfe, cleveland, 10 Oct. 2022
  • Here, apple cider and balsamic vinegar add to the sweet-sour tastes.
    — BostonGlobe.com, 24 Sep. 2019
  • Add balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, salt and black pepper, and toss to coat.
    — Susan Russo, sandiegouniontribune.com, 19 Sep. 2017
  • The dressing calls for white balsamic vinegar, which won't turn the cheese brown.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 23 May 2026
  • Cut the onion in half and lavish it with butter and balsamic vinegar.
    — Steven Raichlen New York Times, Star Tribune, 21 July 2021
  • A bit of balsamic vinegar will finish out the jam with fruity flavors.
    — Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 30 Nov. 2024
  • The sauce here is good enough to eat like a soup, fortified with balsamic vinegar and onions.
    — Mike Sutter, San Antonio Express-News, 29 June 2018
  • Transfer to a medium bowl, add the balsamic vinegar and maple syrup, and toss to coat.
    — Washington Post, 9 July 2021
  • Drizzle over the olive oil and balsamic vinegar and sprinkle with some salt.
    — Bill St. John, The Denver Post, 11 Dec. 2019
  • The glaze is boiled down balsamic vinegar that has an intense, sweet flavor.
    — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 8 July 2018
  • Sprinkle the brown sugar over the onions, stir and then deglaze the pan with the balsamic vinegar.
    — Paul Stephen, ExpressNews.com, 18 Mar. 2020
  • Serve grilled or baked chicken over mixed greens and drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
    — Lindsey Desoto, Health, 1 Apr. 2026
  • Add the balsamic vinegar and lemon juice and taste for seasoning.
    — Lynda Balslev, The Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2024
  • Add chicken stock, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper to the pan (enough to coat the hearts).
    — Joe Genzel, Outdoor Life, 3 Jan. 2020
  • Stir in the white balsamic vinegar, then stir in the buttermilk.
    — Paul Stephen, San Antonio Express-News, 5 Jan. 2022
  • Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, bring balsamic vinegar to a simmer.
    — Adriene Rathbun, Sacramento Bee, 7 Nov. 2023
  • Add the balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, black pepper and salt to the bag.
    — Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 14 Nov. 2021
  • Then, toast them in the oven and finish with a drizzle of honey or balsamic vinegar.
    — Cincinnati.com, 13 Sep. 2017
  • Sub a great balsamic vinegar and balance the sweetness with a sugar of your choice.
    — Kamal Mouzawak, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 May 2026
  • Be sure to stop at this olive oil and balsamic vinegar shop that has dozens of varieties, all ready to taste and take home.
    — Olivia Hall, The Seattle Times, 13 Aug. 2018
  • Drizzle the balsamic vinegar over each bowl and garnish each with the flaky salt and black pepper.
    — G. Daniela Galarza, Washington Post, 22 Sep. 2022
  • The drink’s sweetness is balanced out by a little hit of acid from balsamic vinegar.
    — M. Carrie Allan, Washington Post, 7 Feb. 2024
  • The other oils are fantastic, too, and the balsamic vinegar is to die for.
    — Marissa Miller, USA TODAY, 18 Nov. 2020
  • Drizzle balsamic vinegar on top, and finish with a sprinkle of sea salt and fresh basil.
    — Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 June 2026

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