Description
Lemon vinaigrette is a vibrant, tangy dressing that transforms any salad or dish into a culinary masterpiece. With just a few simple ingredients, this easy-to-make vinaigrette delivers brightness and flavor in under ten minutes. Perfect for drizzling over fresh greens or marinating proteins, its versatility makes it an essential staple for any kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients on a clean countertop.
- Juice the lemons to yield about 1/4 cup of lemon juice, straining out any seeds.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Gradually drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously to create an emulsion.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dressing
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg