Easy Zesty Quick Vinaigrette Dressing Recipe for Homemade Salads
A quick and easy vinaigrette dressing combining fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, and olive oil for a bright, tangy flavor that livens up any salad.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: About ½ cup (8 tablespoons) dressing 1x
- Category: Salad Dressing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ⅓ cup (80 ml) Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 small clove Garlic, minced (optional)
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
Instructions
- Juice the lemon to get about 3 tablespoons (45 ml) of fresh lemon juice into a small mixing bowl.
- Add 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of apple cider vinegar and 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard. Whisk gently until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Mix in 1 teaspoon of honey and the minced garlic clove. Whisk until honey dissolves and garlic is evenly distributed.
- Add ½ teaspoon of salt and ¼ teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper. Stir to combine.
- Slowly drizzle in ⅓ cup (80 ml) of extra virgin olive oil while whisking continuously to emulsify the dressing.
- Taste and adjust by adding more honey for sweetness or lemon juice for zestiness as desired.
- Serve immediately over salad or store in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to one week. Shake before each use.
Notes
Slowly add olive oil while whisking to emulsify and prevent separation. Fresh lemon juice and good quality olive oil enhance flavor. Adjust honey and lemon juice to taste. Store in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to one week and shake before use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30 ml
- Calories: 120
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 14
- Carbohydrates: 2
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