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Fresh lemon vinaigrette dressing drizzled over a colorful salad.

Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing

A delightful and tangy dressing that brings fresh flavor to salads and is easy to make at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Condiment, Salad Dressing
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Liquid Base
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice Use fresh-squeezed for the best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
Flavorings
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon honey Adjust to match desired sweetness level.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all ingredients: fresh lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic, and honey.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and honey until well combined.
  3. Taste the vinaigrette and adjust seasoning to your preference. Add salt and pepper if desired.
  4. Transfer to a clean jar and store in the refrigerator.
  5. Before using, shake the jar well to recombine the ingredients.

Notes

Use fresh-squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor. Store in an airtight container for up to one week in the refrigerator. Shake well before each use to mix any settled oil.