Description
A bright and zesty lemon vinaigrette perfect for salads, grilled vegetables, or as a marinade. Easy to whip up in minutes with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
Instructions
- In a small bowl or jar, combine the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Whisk or shake until well combined.
- Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously to emulsify the dressing.
- Taste and adjust seasoning or sweetness as desired.
- Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake well before each use.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
- Adjust the mustard and sweetener to suit your taste.
- This dressing works well as a marinade for chicken or fish.
- For a creamier texture, blend all ingredients in a blender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg