Lemon Balm Dressing

Brighten up your salads and dishes with this vibrant Lemon Balm Dressing, a zesty and herbaceous twist on classic vinaigrette recipes. Crafted with fresh lemon balm leaves, extra virgin olive oil, and a hint of honey (or maple syrup for a vegan-friendly option), this dressing combines citrusy tang from fresh lemon juice with the subtle warmth of Dijon mustard and garlic. Ready in just 10 minutes, its creamy, emulsified texture makes it perfect for drizzling over leafy greens, roasted vegetables, or even grilled proteins. This versatile homemade salad dressing is not only quick and easy but also a refreshing way to use an often-overlooked herb like lemon balm. Store the leftovers in the fridge for up to a week and elevate your meals with every spoonful!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Fresh lemon balm leaves
• 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 Garlic clove (minced)
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Water (optional, for thinning)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the fresh lemon balm leaves thoroughly under cool water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 2

In a food processor or blender, combine the lemon balm leaves, olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey (or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Blend the ingredients together until smooth and emulsified. Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.

Step 4

For a thinner consistency, add water one teaspoon at a time, blending after each addition until the desired texture is achieved.

Step 5

Transfer the dressing to a clean jar or bottle with a secure lid for storage.

Step 6

Serve immediately over your favorite salads, vegetables, or proteins. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to one week. Shake well before each use as natural separation may occur.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(446.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1156.0

Total Fat 114.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 782.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 40.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.3g	0%
Total Sugars 18.0g
Protein 9.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 507.8mg	0%
Iron 30.1mg	0%
Potassium 1206.1mg	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: 83.6%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 13.2%