Heart-Healthy Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing
Brighten up your salads with this Heart-Healthy Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing, a zesty blend of fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, and Dijon mustard that strikes the perfect balance between tangy and subtly sweet. This quick and easy recipe features wholesome ingredients like honey and minced garlic, delivering bold flavors packed with nutrients. Ready in just 10 minutes, this homemade vinaigrette is ideal for those seeking a fresh alternative to store-bought dressings while maintaining heart-healthy eating habits. Perfect for drizzling over leafy greens, roasted veggies, or grain salads, it’s a versatile addition to your meal prep routine, storing beautifully for up to a week. Say goodbye to boring salads and hello to vibrant, citrusy goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by mincing the garlic clove finely. This will ensure the flavor is evenly distributed throughout the dressing.
In a small mixing bowl or a jar with a tight-fitting lid for easy shaking, combine the minced garlic, extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and honey.
Using a whisk, mix these ingredients together until they are well-blended and emulsified. If using a jar, seal the lid tightly and shake vigorously to achieve the same emulsification.
Add the sea salt and black pepper to the mixture. Adjust the seasoning as necessary according to your taste preferences.
Whisk or shake again to incorporate the seasonings fully.
Allow the vinaigrette to sit for at least 5 minutes before serving. This resting time helps the flavors meld together.
Use immediately over your favorite salad or store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to one week. Shake well before each use if stored.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
404 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.1 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1279 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.1 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 | 10 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 54 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.
