Lemon Rosemary Vinaigrette
Brighten up your salads and roasted vegetables with this zesty Lemon Rosemary Vinaigrette, a vibrant homemade salad dressing that combines the fresh tang of lemon juice with the earthy warmth of rosemary. This quick, 10-minute recipe features a harmonious blend of extra-virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey for a perfectly balanced sweet and savory flavor profile, enhanced by the subtle aroma of garlic and freshly ground black pepper. Whisked to creamy perfection or shaken in a mason jar for ease, this versatile vinaigrette is ideal for elevating leafy greens, grain bowls, or even as a marinade for proteins. With simple, wholesome ingredients and a one-week refrigerator lifespan, it’s a foolproof way to add fresh, herbaceous flavor to your weekly meal prep.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 clove garlic clove, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Finely chop the fresh rosemary leaves until you have approximately 1 teaspoon. Set aside.
In a medium bowl or mason jar, combine the fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
Gradually whisk in the olive oil, one tablespoon at a time, until the mixture is emulsified and smooth. If using a mason jar, secure the lid tightly and shake vigorously.
Stir or shake in the chopped rosemary until evenly distributed.
Taste the vinaigrette and adjust seasoning with extra salt, pepper, or honey if needed.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake well before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
762 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.1 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.2 g | 56% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 414 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.3 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.9 g | ||
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 70 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.
