Easy Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette Vegan Friendly
Brighten up your salads and roasted veggies with this zesty and flavorful Easy Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette, a vegan-friendly dressing that's ready in just 10 minutes! Made with freshly squeezed Meyer lemon juice and fragrant lemon zest, this tangy yet subtly sweet vinaigrette gets its perfect balance from a touch of maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and a hint of garlic. The extra-virgin olive oil ensures a luscious texture, while optional water allows you to customize the consistency to your preference. Whisked or shaken to perfection, this versatile dressing is perfect for drizzling over grain bowls or as a marinade for your favorite dishes. With its vibrant citrus flavor and wholesome ingredients, this quick-to-make vinaigrette is a must-have staple for a healthier, plant-based kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Meyer lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon Meyer lemon zest
- 4 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Water (optional, to thin)
Instructions
Start by zesting the Meyer lemon, using a fine grater or microplane. Set aside 1 teaspoon of zest for the vinaigrette.
Juice the Meyer lemon to yield approximately 3 tablespoons of juice. Strain out any seeds for a smooth dressing.
In a medium bowl or jar with a lid, combine the Meyer lemon juice, lemon zest, extra-virgin olive oil, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Whisk the ingredients together vigorously until the vinaigrette is emulsified, or shake the jar with the lid securely fastened for 1–2 minutes to combine everything well.
Taste the vinaigrette and adjust the seasoning by adding more salt, pepper, or a drop of maple syrup if a hint of sweetness is desired.
If the vinaigrette is too thick for your liking, whisk in a tablespoon of water to thin it to your desired consistency.
Serve immediately over your favorite salad, roasted vegetables, or grain bowl. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake or whisk before serving if separation occurs.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
516 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.1 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1298 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.5 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.7 g | ||
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 8 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 62 mg | 1% | |
*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.
