Zippy Lemon Dressing
Brighten up your salads and dishes with this irresistibly tangy Zippy Lemon Dressing! Bursting with fresh citrus flavor from freshly squeezed lemon juice and zesty lemon zest, this versatile dressing perfectly balances tartness with a hint of sweetness from honey—or maple syrup for a vegan-friendly twist. A dash of Dijon mustard and minced garlic add rich depth, while extra-virgin olive oil creates a silky, emulsified texture. Ready in just 10 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is the ultimate way to elevate greens, drizzle over roasted vegetables, or even use as a marinade for chicken or fish. Bold, fresh, and packed with flavor, this homemade lemon dressing will quickly become a kitchen staple!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 4 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic clove, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 teaspoon Zest of a lemon
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the fresh lemon juice, honey (or maple syrup), and Dijon mustard.
Whisk in the minced garlic and lemon zest for an added burst of flavor.
Gradually drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously to emulsify the dressing.
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, then taste to adjust seasoning as needed.
Pour the dressing into a jar or bottle with a tight-sealing lid for storage.
Shake well before each use and enjoy over salads, roasted vegetables, or as a marinade for chicken or fish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
566 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.1 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1299 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.4 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 79 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.
