Mediterranean Style Salad Dressing

Elevate your salads to a whole new level with this vibrant Mediterranean Style Salad Dressing, bursting with fresh, zesty flavors and wholesome ingredients. Crafted with extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and Dijon mustard, this homemade dressing strikes the perfect balance of tangy, savory, and sweet, enhanced by a hint of honey and fragrant dried oregano. Minced garlic adds a bold kick, while optional water ensures a perfectly customizable consistency. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing is ideal not only for salads but also as a marinade for grilled proteins or a drizzle over roasted vegetables. Simple to prepare and packed with Mediterranean flair, it’s a must-have recipe for any healthy, flavor-forward kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.25 cup Fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Water (optional for thinning)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey.

Step 2

Whisk the ingredients together until they are well combined and the honey is fully dissolved.

Step 3

Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while continuously whisking to create a smooth emulsion.

Step 4

Add the dried oregano, salt, and ground black pepper to the mixture and whisk again to incorporate the seasonings.

Step 5

Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning with more salt or lemon juice if needed.

Step 6

If you prefer a thinner consistency, whisk in 1 to 2 tablespoons of water gradually until your desired texture is achieved.

Step 7

Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Shake or stir well before serving. Drizzle over your favorite salads, roasted veggies, or use as a marinade for proteins.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(261.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1112.1

Total Fat 120.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1300.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 12.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.8g	0%
Total Sugars 7.3g
Protein 0.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 29.7mg	0%
Iron 0.8mg	0%
Potassium 127.6mg	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: 95.2%

Protein: 0.3%

Carbs: 4.5%