Lemon Dressing on Greens
Brighten up your salad game with this zesty and refreshing Lemon Dressing on Greens recipe! Featuring a perfectly balanced blend of extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, a hint of honey, and minced garlic, this homemade dressing delivers a vibrant burst of citrus flavor with a touch of sweetness. Tossed over a medley of crisp salad greens like arugula, spinach, and romaine, this quick and easy 10-minute recipe makes a light and healthy side dish that pairs beautifully with any meal. Customize it by adding your favorite toppings, such as grilled chicken, toasted nuts, or crumbled cheese, for a satisfying twist. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining, this simple lemon salad dressing is your go-to for fresh, wholesome flavors.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic clove (minced)
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.125 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, romaine)
Instructions
In a small bowl or a mason jar, combine the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Whisk the ingredients together in the bowl or seal the mason jar and shake vigorously until the dressing is emulsified and well combined.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt or honey to taste if desired.
Place the mixed salad greens in a large serving bowl.
Drizzle the lemon dressing over the greens and toss gently to ensure an even coating.
Serve immediately as a side dish or as a base for additional toppings such as grilled chicken, nuts, or crumbled cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
432 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.3 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 747 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.5 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g | ||
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 105 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 458 mg | 10% | |
*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.
