Lemon Dijon Dressing (Printer-friendly)
Bright, tangy lemon and Dijon blend with olive oil for a fresh, creamy touch to meals.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Base Ingredients
01 - 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
02 - 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
03 - 1 teaspoon honey or pure maple syrup (optional, for balance)
04 - 1 small garlic clove, finely minced or grated
05 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Oils
07 - 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
# How-To Guide:
01 - In a medium bowl or a jar with a lid, whisk together the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (if using), garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
02 - Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously, or add the oil to the jar, seal, and shake vigorously, until the dressing is emulsified and creamy.
03 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more honey for sweetness, extra lemon for tang, or more salt to taste.
04 - Use immediately, or store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake or stir well before using.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Once you taste homemade, store bought will never quite hit the same way again
- It keeps beautifully for a week, meaning salad prep becomes actually exciting
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- The dressing will separate in the fridge and that is completely normal, just give it a good shake or whisk
- Let it come to room temperature for about five minutes before using if it has been refrigerated
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- If you want it extra smooth, use an immersion blender or regular blender to really incorporate everything
- Make the vegan version with maple syrup and nobody will ever know the difference