Fresh Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing Zitronenvinaigrette
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly simple, this Fresh Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing (Zitronenvinaigrette) is the ultimate way to elevate your salads and roasted veggies in just 5 minutes. Crafted with freshly squeezed lemon juice, robust extra virgin olive oil, and a touch of Dijon mustard for a subtle tang, this homemade dressing is perfectly balanced with a hint of honey—or maple syrup for a vegan-friendly twist. Finely minced garlic adds depth, while a sprinkle of salt and freshly ground black pepper rounds out the flavors. This versatile vinaigrette is not only quick to prepare but also easy to customize, allowing you to adjust the sweetness or consistency to your liking. Shake it up in a mason jar or whisk it to silky perfection—either way, it’s a light, refreshing addition to any dish. Make a batch today and enjoy the burst of vibrant citrus flavor all week long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 1 clove Garlic, finely minced or grated
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Water (optional, to adjust consistency)
Instructions
In a small bowl or mason jar, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Whisk or shake the ingredients until well combined.
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously to create a smooth and emulsified dressing. If using a mason jar, simply add the oil and shake vigorously.
Taste the vinaigrette and adjust the seasoning to your preference by adding more salt, pepper, or honey for sweetness.
If the dressing is too thick, add a teaspoon of water at a time to reach your desired consistency.
Serve immediately over your favorite salad, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake or whisk before serving if separation occurs.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
523 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.1 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 706 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.0 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 9 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 50 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.
