Tangy Homemade Salad Dressing
Elevate your salads with this quick and easy Tangy Homemade Salad Dressing, bursting with fresh, zesty flavors! Made with a harmonious blend of olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and apple cider vinegar, this vibrant dressing is perfectly balanced with a touch of Dijon mustard, honey, and minced garlic. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing emulsifies into a silky perfection, ideal for drizzling over leafy greens, roasted vegetables, or even as a marinade. With its wholesome ingredients and delightful tang, this homemade vinaigrette is a healthier, tastier alternative to store-bought dressings. Make a batch today and enjoy its bold, refreshing flavors in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1.5 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 piece Garlic clove, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl or a mason jar, combine the olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and apple cider vinegar.
Add the Dijon mustard, honey, and minced garlic to the mixture.
Sprinkle in the salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Whisk everything together vigorously until the dressing thickens and emulsifies, or secure the lid on a mason jar and shake well.
Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or honey if needed to balance flavors.
Transfer the dressing to a serving container if necessary, and drizzle over your favorite salad or use as desired.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Shake before using as separation may occur.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1066 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.6 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.4 g | 87% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1358 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.5 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 92 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.
