Heart-Healthy Honey Dijon Dressing
Elevate your salads and nourish your body with this *Heart-Healthy Honey Dijon Dressing*, a creamy homemade vinaigrette brimming with wholesome ingredients and bold, tangy-sweet flavors. Made with extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and freshly squeezed lemon juice, this recipe is a perfect balance of healthy fats and zesty freshness. Dijon mustard and a touch of honey add a delightful depth, while minced garlic and a sprinkle of black pepper create a subtle kick. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing is not only quick and easy but also free from processed ingredients, making it perfect for clean eating. Drizzle it over leafy greens, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls for a delicious way to support a heart-healthy lifestyle.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1.5 tablespoons Honey
- 1 clove Minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the extra virgin olive oil and apple cider vinegar with a whisk until well blended.
Add the Dijon mustard and honey to the mixture, continuing to whisk until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Finely mince the garlic clove and add it to the dressing along with the freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Season the dressing by adding salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Continue to whisk all the ingredients together until smooth and emulsified.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding a bit more honey if you prefer it sweeter.
Transfer the dressing to a sealable glass jar or bottle and shake well before each use.
Store the dressing in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
652 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.1 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1343 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.5 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.3 g | ||
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 7 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 69 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.
