Lemon Vinaigrette Salad Dressing
Bright, zesty, and utterly versatile, this Lemon Vinaigrette Salad Dressing is your go-to recipe for adding a burst of fresh flavor to any dish. Made in just 5 minutes with wholesome ingredients like extra virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, Dijon mustard, a hint of honey or maple syrup, and a touch of garlic, this dressing strikes the perfect balance between tangy and sweet. Its silky, emulsified texture is ideal for tossing with crisp greens, drizzling over roasted vegetables, or even using as a marinade for your favorite proteins. Simple, homemade, and naturally gluten-free—with an easy vegan option—this lemon vinaigrette is an effortless way to elevate your meals with vibrant, sunny flavors.
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Peel and finely mince the garlic clove. Alternatively, you can use a garlic press for convenience.
Step 2
In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
Whisk the ingredients together until well combined.
Step 4
Slowly drizzle the olive oil into the bowl while continuously whisking. This will help create a smooth and emulsified dressing.
Step 5
Taste the vinaigrette and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or honey to balance the flavors.
Step 6
Transfer the dressing to a mason jar or airtight container if you’re not using it immediately. Shake well before serving as the ingredients may separate over time.
Step 7
Use the lemon vinaigrette to dress salads, drizzle over roasted vegetables, or as a marinade for proteins.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (198.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1010.3 |
| Total Fat 113.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1296.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 11.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.3g | |
| Protein 0.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 11.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 84.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories