Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing
Bright and zesty, this homemade lemon vinaigrette dressing is the perfect way to elevate your salads, grilled vegetables, and meats. With fresh lemon juice balanced by olive oil and a hint of sweetness, it brings a refreshing burst of flavor to any dish. Quick and easy to prepare, you can whip it up in just five minutes. Whether for casual lunches or elegant dinners, this versatile dressing will become your new kitchen staple!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: About 8 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No cooking involved
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 medium lemons)
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your countertop.
- Juice the lemons until you have approximately 1/4 cup of lemon juice; strain if necessary.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey or maple syrup, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while continuously whisking to create an emulsion.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg