This easy Lemon Vinaigrette is a perfect Spring and Summer salad dressing, made with just 5 ingredients! It's bright and refreshing!
I love to drizzle this dressing over my Orzo Pasta Salad or Quick Radish Salad and add that refreshing citrus flavor!
Homemade salad dressing is quick and easy to make. All you need is oil, lemon juice and seasoning. Then just whisk or shake them together in a jar and you are done! It's ready to dress up fresh vegetable salad or a pasta salad. This Lemon Vinaigrette takes minutes to whip up and can be stored in the fridge for a week. It's a great way to add a burst of citrus flavor to fresh veggies!
Ingredients:
- lemon juice: freshly squeezed is the best, since it has the brightest flavor;
- olive oil: extra virgin is the best for homemade vinaigrettes;
- Dijon mustard or honey mustard: adds flavor and slightly creamy texture to the dressing;
- honey (if using Dijon): to add sweetness;
- minced garlic (optional)
- salt and pepper
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How to store lemon dressing?
I recommend storing this dressing in a jar with lid, in the fridge, for up to 1 week. Shake it well before using it.
Variations:
- other citrus: use fresh orange, lime or even grapefruit juice in place of lemon
- lemon herb: add fresh chopped basil, parsley, dill or even mint
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Lemon Vinaigrette
Ingredients
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey omit if using honey mustard
- 2 teaspoons Dijon or honey mustard
- ½ teaspoon minced garlic
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a jar or small food processor and whisk or blend until creamy.½ cup fresh lemon juice, ½ cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons honey, 2 teaspoons Dijon or honey mustard, ½ teaspoon minced garlic
- Taste and add more salt or pepper if needed.¼ teaspoon salt, ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Notes
- Use this dressing right away or store in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- The calorie amount is for the whole jar of dressing. The typical serving size is 2 tablespoons.
- Please note, that the nutrition value can vary depending on what product you use. The information below is an estimate. Always use calorie counter you are familiar with.
Rachel Mark says
It's simple, fresh, and adds a bright, citrusy flavor to any salad. Perfect for quick and delicious homemade dressings. Thank you!
Audrey says
This is an amazing salad dressing! I love the citrus flavor, it's so refreshing! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe!
Anna says
Super refreshing! Thank you, Audrey!
Sara Welch says
This was so easy and was the perfect dressing for my salad yesterday. Looking forward to enjoying this again today!
Anna says
Thank you, Sara!
Emily says
I made this up to go on a citrus salad for my lunch today, and it was SO GOOD!!! Will be making again, thank you!
Anna says
Yay! Thank you, Emily!
Katie says
Lemon vinaigrette is one of my favorite salad dressings! So tasty!
Anna says
Same! Thanks, Katie!
Kristyn says
This makes any salad burst with flavor! It's so light & refreshing & easy to make!
Anna says
Thank you, Kristyn!