Summer Salad Dressing
Elevate your summer salads with this vibrant and zesty Summer Salad Dressing! Bursting with fresh, wholesome ingredients like tangy lemon juice, silky olive oil, and a touch of sweet honey, this homemade dressing strikes the perfect balance of savory and bright flavors. Freshly chopped parsley and basil add herbal notes, while a hint of garlic and mustard bring depth and a subtle kick. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing is ideal for drizzling over leafy greens, grilled vegetables, or even as a marinade. Simple, fresh, and packed with flavor, it's the ultimate companion for your warm-weather meals. Make and store it ahead to enjoy all week long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil, finely chopped
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice until well combined.
Add the honey and Dijon mustard to the bowl, and whisk until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened.
Stir in the fresh parsley, fresh basil, and minced garlic to incorporate the herbs and flavor.
Season the dressing with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste as needed.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or container with a lid, and give it a good shake to ensure all ingredients are well mixed.
Use immediately as a drizzle over your favorite greens, or store in the refrigerator for up to one week. Shake before each use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
48 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.2 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1530 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.1 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 29 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 149 mg | 3% | |
*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.
