6 Tbs. water
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 Tbs. red or white wine vinegar
2 tsp. minced shallot or red onion
2 tsp. Dijon mustard
1 medium garlic clove, minced or pressed through a garlic press
1 tsp. minced fresh thyme leaves
½ tsp. table salt
¼ tsp. ground black pepper