Fresh Lemon Basil Salad Dressing
Brighten up your salads with this zesty and herbaceous Fresh Lemon Basil Salad Dressing! Bursting with flavors of freshly picked basil, tangy lemon juice, and a hint of sweetness from honey, this homemade vinaigrette is a perfect balance of savory and citrusy notes. Blended to smooth perfection with garlic, Dijon mustard, and extra-virgin olive oil, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 10 minutes and delivers delicious results every time. Its light, refreshing taste pairs beautifully with leafy greens, grilled vegetables, or as a marinade for your favorite proteins. Make this vibrant dressing your go-to for adding a pop of freshness to any dish, and enjoy the simplicity of wholesome, homemade flavor!
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Ingredients
- 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water
Directions
Step 1
Rinse and pat dry the fresh basil leaves.
Step 2
Peel the garlic clove and mince it finely.
Step 3
In a blender or food processor, combine the basil leaves, olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
Step 4
Blend the ingredients on high speed until smooth and the basil is fully incorporated, about 30 seconds.
Step 5
Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water to the mixture to achieve your desired consistency and blend again for a few seconds.
Step 6
Taste the dressing and adjust salt or pepper as needed.
Step 7
Transfer the dressing to a jar or salad dressing container, and shake well before serving.
Step 8
Store any leftover dressing in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (216.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1096.9 |
| Total Fat 120.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1299.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 9.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 6.9g | |
| Protein 0.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 18.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 82.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories