The Best Salad Dressing Ever
Elevate your salads with "The Best Salad Dressing Ever," a quick and easy homemade recipe bursting with fresh, zesty flavors. Made with high-quality extra virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a touch of Dijon mustard, this dressing strikes the perfect balance between tangy and slightly sweet, thanks to a hint of honey. Finely minced garlic and freshly ground black pepper add a savory depth, while its silky emulsification is achieved in just minutes of whisking. Ready in under 5 minutes, this versatile dressing pairs beautifully with crisp greens, roasted veggies, or even grain bowls. Say goodbye to store-bought dressings and savor the simplicity of this fresh, vibrant, and customizable recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced or grated
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the freshly squeezed lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until combined.
While whisking continuously, slowly drizzle in the olive oil to create an emulsified dressing. The mixture should become smooth and slightly thickened.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or honey to suit your taste preferences.
Transfer the dressing to a clean jar or container with a lid. Shake well before using.
Drizzle over your favorite salad, toss to combine, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1028 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.1 g | 148% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1526 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.9 g | ||
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 11 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 69 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.
