Honey Lemon Herb Sauce
Brighten up any dish with this vibrant Honey Lemon Herb Sauce, a quick and easy homemade condiment bursting with fresh flavors. This zesty sauce combines the natural sweetness of honey, the tangy kick of freshly squeezed lemon juice, and the richness of olive oil, expertly balanced with aromatic garlic, herbaceous parsley, and thyme. Seasoned to perfection with salt and freshly cracked black pepper, this versatile dressing is ready in just 10 minutes and requires no cooking! Whether drizzled over grilled proteins, tossed with roasted vegetables, or used as a salad dressing, this delightful sauce is sure to elevate your meals. Plus, it’s easy to customize for texture by simply thinning with water. Make your meals unforgettable with this irresistible honey lemon herb dressing—fresh, flavorful, and utterly satisfying!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 1 tablespoon Water (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the honey, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and olive oil. Whisk together until emulsified and smooth.
Add the minced garlic, chopped parsley, and fresh thyme leaves to the bowl. Stir to incorporate evenly.
Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
If you prefer a thinner sauce, add 1 tablespoon of water and whisk again until the desired consistency is achieved.
Let the sauce sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve immediately as a drizzle over proteins, vegetables, or salads. Alternatively, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Rewhisk before serving if separation occurs.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
712 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.2 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1190 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.8 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 31 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 151 mg | 3% | |
*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.
