Bright Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing (Printable)
Fresh, zesty dressing ready in 5 minutes with lemon, olive oil, and Dijon mustard.
# What You'll Need:
→ Liquids
01 - 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
02 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
03 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
04 - 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
→ Seasonings
05 - 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
06 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
08 - 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest (optional)
# How to Prepare:
01 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey or maple syrup, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well blended.
02 - Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking vigorously until the dressing is emulsified and slightly thickened.
03 - Stir in the lemon zest if using.
04 - Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
05 - Use immediately or refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 1 week. Shake or whisk before each use.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It comes together in literally five minutes with ingredients you probably already have in your pantry
- The fresh lemon flavor wakes up everything it touches, from boring lettuce to roasted vegetables
02 -
- The dressing will separate in the refrigerator, but this is completely normal and just requires a quick shake or whisk to bring it back together
- Room temperature ingredients emulsify better than cold ones, so let your lemon juice come to room temperature if you have time
03 -
- Whisk the oil in extremely slowly at first, almost drop by drop, to ensure proper emulsification
- Roll your lemon on the counter before cutting to release more juice and make squeezing easier