Description
Brighten your meals with this zesty lemon vinaigrette. With its vibrant flavor and versatile nature, this dressing transforms salads, grilled meats, and roasted vegetables into a delightful culinary experience. Easy to whip up in just a few minutes, it’s the perfect addition to any dish, leaving everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 large lemons)
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Juice the lemons until you have about 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and honey or maple syrup until smooth.
- Gradually drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously to emulsify the mixture.
- Season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste; adjust as needed.
- For added zing, dip a piece of lettuce or cucumber into the dressing to taste; add more lemon juice if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Store leftover vinaigrette in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week; shake well before using. Feel free to customize by adding minced garlic or fresh herbs for extra flavor.