Tangy Lemon Herb Sauce
Brighten up your meals with this vibrant Tangy Lemon Herb Sauce, a quick and flavorful blend that comes together in just 10 minutes! Bursting with fresh lemon juice, zesty lemon peel, and fragrant herbs like parsley and dill, this sauce is perfectly balanced with a hint of honey and a touch of Dijon mustard. Whisked with olive oil and a kick of garlic, it creates a silky, tangy dressing that pairs beautifully with everything from roasted vegetables and grilled seafood to salads and grain bowls. Its zesty flavor profile and versatility make it a must-have recipe for elevating everyday dishes. Plus, it's easy to make ahead and keeps well in the fridge for up to three days, making it both a delicious and practical choice for meal prep.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 5 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the lemon juice, lemon zest, and olive oil. Whisk until well combined.
Add the minced garlic, fresh parsley, fresh dill, honey, and Dijon mustard to the bowl. Continue whisking to blend the ingredients together.
Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed.
If the sauce feels too thick, add 1 tablespoon of water and mix well to achieve the desired consistency.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary by adding more salt, pepper, or honey according to your preference.
Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl or an airtight container if preparing in advance. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Drizzle the sauce over your favorite dishes just before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
682 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.2 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.9 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1303 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.4 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 38 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 151 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.
