Description
A bright, zesty, and refreshing dressing that transforms simple greens, roasted veggies, and grain bowls into vibrant, flavorful meals. This lemon vinaigrette is quick to prepare, naturally gluten-free, and perfect for weekly meal prep. The combination of tangy lemon juice, smooth olive oil, a hint of sweetness, and Dijon mustard creates a balanced, silky dressing that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Perfect for anyone looking to elevate everyday meals with something clean, light, and homemade.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 small garlic clove, minced or grated
- Pinch of sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh herbs (parsley, basil, thyme)
Instructions
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In a bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey/maple syrup, and garlic.
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Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously to emulsify.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Stir in fresh herbs if using.
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Use immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Notes
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For a stronger lemon flavor, add ½ teaspoon lemon zest.
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If the vinaigrette is too tart, balance with an extra ½ teaspoon of sweetener.
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To make it creamy, blend in 1 tablespoon of plain Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dressing
- Method: No -cook
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0g