Description
A bright and zesty Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing that is quick to prepare, combining fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and extra virgin olive oil for a healthy, flavorful addition to salads and vegetables.
Ingredients
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Vinaigrette Ingredients
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, honey or maple syrup, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is well combined.
- Emulsify: Gradually drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while whisking continuously to emulsify the dressing and create a smooth texture.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the dressing and adjust the salt, pepper, or sweetness as desired to suit your preference.
- Alternative Method: Combine all ingredients in a sealed jar and shake vigorously until well blended for an easy preparation.
Notes
- For a creamier version, blend with 1 tablespoon of plain Greek yogurt.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Shake or whisk the dressing well before each use to re-emulsify.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
