Layer your leaves of basil, roll into cylinder (cigar shape) and slice into ribbons, set aside.
By Hand Mixing
Add salt, pepper, and balsamic vinegar to a bowl. Whisk to combine.
Combine your oils and begin slowly drizzling into your vinegar, whisking continuously until all your oil is added.
Add chopped basil to vinaigrette and stir to combine. Refrigerate until ready to serve*, up to 1 week.
Blender Mixing (Immersion or Upright blender)
Combine vinegar, salt, and pepper and pulse to combine.
Add oil and pulse in 5 to 10 second increments until completely combined.
Transfer to a container, add in basil and mix. Refrigerate until ready to serve, up to one week.
Mason Jar Mixing
Combine all ingredients in a mason jar and shake vigorously until it all comes together.
Refrigerate until ready to serve, up to 1 week.
Notes
*I highly recommend prepping this vinaigrette at least an hour before serving. Allowing the basil and vinegar to sit will amplify the herb flavor.*Shake before serving