Summer Dressing
Elevate your summer salads with this vibrant and zesty Summer Dressing, a quick and easy recipe that comes together in just 10 minutes. Made with a base of extra virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice, this homemade dressing balances bright acidity with a touch of sweetness from honey. Enhanced by the bold flavors of Dijon mustard, fresh basil, and minced garlic, it's the perfect combination of tangy, savory, and herbaceous. Simply whisk until emulsified for a creamy finish that's ideal for drizzling over everything from crisp greens to grilled veggies. With its refreshing flavor and versatility, this dressing is a must-have staple for warm-weather meals. Pro tip: Store it in the fridge in a sealed jar, and enjoy it all week long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic
- 6 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Peel and finely mince the garlic clove using a knife or a garlic press.
Chop the fresh basil leaves finely, or tear them for a more rustic texture.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and chopped basil.
Add the salt and black pepper to the bowl.
Whisk the ingredients together vigorously for 1-2 minutes until the mixture emulsifies and has a creamy consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, honey, or lemon juice to your preference.
Transfer the dressing to a clean jar or bottle with a lid and store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
736 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.1 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.0 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1181 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.3 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 11 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 66 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.
