South Beach Diet Balsamic Vinaigrette

From the South Beach Diet Book. This is a phase I recipe. You can whip this up in about 30 seconds. It's great on everything from salads to chicken or fish. Two tbs. over a cold chicken breast and some greens makes a great SBD lunch.

• Ready In: 5 mins
• Serves: 5
• Yields: 2/3 cup

Ingredients

• 1⁄3 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1⁄3 cup  balsamic vinegar
• 2  teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped or 1⁄2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1  tablespoon  chopped fresh basil or 1  teaspoon dried basil
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon pepper

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a jar or container with a tight lid.
2. Cover and shake.
3. Store in refrigerator.