Classic Olive Oil Dressing

Elevate your salads with this Classic Olive Oil Dressing, a quick and versatile vinaigrette that comes together in just 10 minutes. Featuring high-quality extra virgin olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice as the base, this recipe achieves the perfect balance of tangy, savory, and slightly sweet with a touch of Dijon mustard, honey, and minced garlic. Seasoned to perfection with salt and freshly ground black pepper, this homemade dressing is not only delicious but also free from preservatives found in store-bought options. Whisk or shake it to emulsify until silky smooth, and serve immediately over crisp greens, roasted vegetables, or even as a marinade. With its simplicity and robust flavor, this olive oil dressing will quickly become a staple in your kitchen. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to a week for easy, healthy meals!

Nutriscore Rating: 30/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 120 ml Extra virgin olive oil
• 60 ml Freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 Garlic clove, minced
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl or a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the extra virgin olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice.

Step 2

Add in the Dijon mustard and honey, ensuring that you measure accurately for balanced flavor.

Step 3

Include the minced garlic for an aromatic touch that complements the tang of the lemon juice.

Step 4

Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Step 5

Whisk all the ingredients together in the bowl or shake the jar vigorously to emulsify the dressing until it's well combined and slightly thickened.

Step 6

Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if necessary, perhaps adding a bit more salt or pepper according to your preference.

Step 7

Let the dressing sit for a few minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld nicely.

Step 8

Serve immediately over your favorite salad or store in the refrigerator for up to a week, shaking or stirring again before use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(202.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1012.0

Total Fat 113.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2476.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 11.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.6g	0%
Total Sugars 7.2g
Protein 0.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 14.7mg	0%
Iron 0.4mg	0%
Potassium 91.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 95.4%

Protein: 0.2%

Carbs: 4.3%