Lemon and Olive Oil Dressing

Elevate your salads and roasted vegetables with this zesty and versatile Lemon and Olive Oil Dressing! This quick, 5-minute recipe combines the tangy brightness of freshly squeezed lemon juice with the rich, smooth flavor of extra virgin olive oil for the perfect vinaigrette. A touch of honey and Dijon mustard enhances its depth, while freshly minced garlic adds a bold, aromatic kick. Lightly seasoned with salt and pepper, this homemade dressing strikes the perfect balance of flavors and can be adjusted to suit your taste. Easily emulsified for a creamy texture, this dressing can also be thinned to your desired consistency with a splash of water. Ideal for drizzling over greens, marinades, or grain bowls, this vibrant lemon vinaigrette is a must-have in your culinary repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 medium Garlic clove (finely minced or grated)
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Water (optional, for thinning)

Directions

Step 1

In a small mixing bowl, add the freshly squeezed lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 2

Whisk the ingredients together until well combined.

Step 3

Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while continuing to whisk, creating a smooth and emulsified dressing.

Step 4

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or honey to suit your preference.

Step 5

If the dressing is too thick, whisk in 1 tablespoon of water at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.

Step 6

Transfer the dressing to a small jar or container with a lid. Shake before serving to re-emulsify if it has separated.

Step 7

Store leftover dressing in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(122.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	524.2

Total Fat 57.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 706.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 9.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.4g	0%
Total Sugars 6.5g
Protein 0.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 10.0mg	0%
Iron 0.2mg	0%
Potassium 53.5mg	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: 93.0%

Protein: 0.3%

Carbs: 6.7%