Lemon Parsley Dressing
Brighten up your meals with this zesty and flavorful Lemon Parsley Dressing, a quick and easy recipe that comes together in just 10 minutes! Made with fresh parsley, tangy lemon juice, and a hint of sweetness from honey, this dressing strikes the perfect balance between vibrant and savory. The addition of Dijon mustard and garlic adds a delightful depth of flavor, while extra virgin olive oil gives it a silky, luxurious texture. Perfect for drizzling over crisp salads, roasted vegetables, or grilled meats, this versatile dressing can also double as a marinade. With simple ingredients you likely already have on hand, this homemade dressing is fresher, healthier, and more delicious than anything store-bought. Refrigerate extras in a jar and enjoy for up to a week!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cups Fresh parsley leaves
- 0.5 cups Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cups Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 large Garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoons Kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Wash the fresh parsley thoroughly and pat it dry using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
Peel the garlic clove.
In a blender or food processor, combine the parsley leaves, extra virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, peeled garlic clove, honey, Dijon mustard, water, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
Blend or process the ingredients until the mixture is smooth and emulsified. If the dressing is too thick, add 1 teaspoon of water at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste the dressing and adjust the salt and pepper as needed.
Transfer the dressing into a clean jar or airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Shake or stir well before serving. Enjoy it over salads, grilled vegetables, or as a marinade!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1084 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.8 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.2 g | 81% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 456 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.2 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.8 g | ||
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 190 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 792 mg | 17% | |
*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.
