Lemon Balm Marinade and Salad Dressing
Brighten up your dishes with this zesty Lemon Balm Marinade and Salad Dressing, a flavor-packed recipe that’s as versatile as it is simple. Featuring the refreshing citrusy notes of fresh lemon balm leaves, this recipe combines extra-virgin olive oil, tangy lemon juice, and white wine vinegar with the subtle sweetness of honey and the sharp kick of Dijon mustard. Minced garlic and lemon zest add aromatic depth, while a touch of salt and pepper ties everything together. Ready in just 10 minutes, this marinade and dressing is perfect for drizzling over fresh greens, marinating meats, or adding a burst of flavor to roasted vegetables. Plus, it’s easy to customize and stores well for up to five days, making it a must-have addition to your meal prep routine.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Lemon balm leaves (fresh, finely chopped)
- 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons White wine vinegar
- 1 whole lemon Zest of lemon
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the fresh lemon balm leaves under cold water, pat them dry with a paper towel, and finely chop them to fill one cup.
Step 2
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, white wine vinegar, and honey until well combined.
Step 3
Add the Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and lemon zest to the mixture, and whisk again to fully incorporate the flavors.
Step 4
Slowly stir in the chopped lemon balm leaves, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the liquid.
Step 5
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to taste as needed.
Step 6
For best results, let the marinade sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the lemon balm to infuse its flavor.
Step 7
Use immediately as a salad dressing over fresh greens or as a marinade for meats and vegetables. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (395.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1182.5 |
| Total Fat 120.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1304.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 30.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 19.3g | |
| Protein 3.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 173.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 420.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories