Description
A bright and tangy lemon vinaigrette dressing made with fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey or maple syrup, and garlic. This easy, healthy dressing is perfect for salads and can be made vegan by substituting maple syrup for honey.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper until fully blended.
- Emulsify: Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while continuously whisking vigorously to create a smooth and emulsified dressing.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the vinaigrette and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or sweetener as desired.
- Store: Transfer the vinaigrette to a sealed container and refrigerate for up to one week. Shake or whisk well before each use to recombine the ingredients.
Notes
- For a stronger garlic flavor, let the minced garlic sit in the lemon juice for a few minutes before mixing with other ingredients.
- Substitute maple syrup for honey to make the vinaigrette vegan-friendly.
- Shake well before each use as the dressing may separate when stored.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best bright and authentic flavor.
