Garlic and Lemon Vinaigrette
Elevate your salads, roasted veggies, or grilled proteins with this vibrant and versatile Garlic and Lemon Vinaigrette. Bursting with zesty lemon juice, rich extra virgin olive oil, and the warm depth of freshly minced garlic, this quick and easy dressing comes together in just 5 minutes. A touch of Dijon mustard and honey adds balance and a hint of sweetness, while salt and freshly ground black pepper round out the flavors. Perfectly emulsified with a simple whisk or vigorous shake, this homemade vinaigrette is a wholesome, flavor-packed alternative to store-bought dressings. With its bright and tangy profile, it's sure to become a staple in your kitchen for adding a gourmet touch to any dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, finely minced or grated
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Water (optional, to adjust consistency)
Instructions
In a small bowl or a glass jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the extra virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
Whisk the ingredients together briskly until emulsified, or if using a jar, seal the lid tightly and shake vigorously to combine.
Taste the vinaigrette and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or honey to balance the flavors if necessary.
If you prefer a thinner consistency, add water 1 teaspoon at a time and mix until the desired texture is reached.
Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake or whisk again before using, as separation may occur.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1035 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.2 g | 148% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1527 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.3 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.3 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 17 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 94 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.
