Lemon Balsamic Vinaigrette
Brighten up your salads with this zesty Lemon Balsamic Vinaigrette—a perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors! Made with fresh lemon juice, rich balsamic vinegar, a touch of Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey (or maple syrup for a vegan twist), this easy homemade salad dressing comes together in just 5 minutes. Minced garlic and freshly ground black pepper add a delightful depth to the mix, while extra-virgin olive oil creates a luxuriously smooth and emulsified finish. Ideal for drizzling over greens, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls, this versatile dressing is a pantry staple you'll reach for again and again. Plus, it can be stored in the fridge for up to a week, making your meals as convenient as they are delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl or a glass jar with a lid, combine the lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously, or add the olive oil to the jar and shake vigorously until emulsified.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or honey to suit your preferences.
Use immediately on your favorite salads, or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one week. Shake well before each use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1124 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 120.2 g | 154% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.4 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1307 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.7 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 23 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 136 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.
