Mediterranean Dressing
Elevate your salads, roasted vegetables, and grain bowls with this vibrant and zesty Mediterranean Dressing! Made with high-quality extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and a splash of red wine vinegar, this easy homemade dressing bursts with bold flavors. Aromatic garlic, a touch of Dijon mustard, and fragrant dried oregano bring a savory depth, while an optional drizzle of honey adds subtle sweetness for balance. Ready in just 5 minutes, this versatile recipe is perfect for meal prep and can be customized to your desired consistency with a splash of water. Healthy, quick, and effortlessly delicious, this Mediterranean dressing is your new go-to for Mediterranean-inspired meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 2 cloves Garlic (finely minced)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Honey (optional, for sweetness)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Water (to adjust consistency, if needed)
Instructions
In a medium bowl or jar, combine extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and red wine vinegar.
Add minced garlic, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, honey (if using), salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
Whisk the ingredients together until fully emulsified, or secure the lid on the jar and shake vigorously to combine.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if needed. Add a tablespoon of water if you prefer a thinner consistency.
Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Shake or whisk before each use as separation may occur naturally.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1019 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.2 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1298 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.5 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 25 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 102 mg | 2% | |
*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.
