Dijon Garlic Salad Dressing
Elevate your salads with the zesty, bold flavors of this Dijon Garlic Salad Dressing! This quick-to-make homemade vinaigrette combines the tang of Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, and white wine vinegar with the natural sweetness of honey and the savory punch of minced garlic. Whisked to a silky perfection with extra-virgin olive oil, this dressing strikes the perfect balance between creamy and light, making it a versatile companion for everything from crisp greens to grilled vegetables and protein-packed bowls. Ready in just 5 minutes, this dressing is as convenient as it is delicious, and its customizable consistency ensures it’s perfect for every dish. Say goodbye to store-bought dressings and enjoy this flavorful, preservative-free option that can be stored in the fridge for up to a week!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon White wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, white wine vinegar, honey, and minced garlic.
Whisk the ingredients together until fully blended.
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while continuously whisking to create a smooth and creamy emulsion.
Add the salt and freshly ground black pepper, then whisk again to incorporate the seasonings.
If the dressing is too thick, whisk in 1 to 2 tablespoons of water until the desired consistency is achieved.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning as needed with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Shake or whisk the dressing before serving to ensure it is well mixed.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1150 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.1 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.5 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1875 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 18 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 76 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
