Description
A vibrant, zesty, restaurant-quality lemon vinaigrette that transforms ordinary salads into unforgettable meals.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender or food processor. Blend 30–45 seconds until fully emulsified.
- For the whisking method, whisk all ingredients except the olive oil, then drizzle oil slowly while whisking continuously.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and garlic to mellow.
- Shake or whisk before serving as natural separation may occur.
Notes
Always use freshly squeezed lemon juice—its bright flavor is the key to an exceptional vinaigrette.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad Dressing
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: lemon vinaigrette, salad dressing, lemon dressing, homemade vinaigrette