Combine the chopped shallot with the vinegar, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl. Leave it to rest for about 20 minutes to mellow out.
Add the lemon juice and the mustard to the pickled shallots, using a whisk or fork carefully whisk or blend. Add the olive oil, honey or maple syrup and neutral oil and whisk again until the all the liquids and mustard has emulsified,
Store in the airtight jar or bottle in the refrigerator for up to weeks.
Use this recipe as a template to create different vinaigrette with this basic dressing. Whisk in a tablespoon or two of either: tahini, Greek yogurt, sour cream, nut or seed butter or miso to make a delicious and creamy dressing.