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    Easy Lemon Vinaigrette

    Published: Apr 29, 2020 · Modified: Feb 8, 2022 by Anna 10 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    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!

    Salad dressing in a jar next to lemons.

    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
    Lemons, oil and honey on a white board.

    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

    More salad dressing recipes:

    • Honey Lime Dressing
    • Asian Sesame Dressing
    • Italian Dressing
    • Ranch Dressing

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    Salad dressing in a jar next to lemons.

    Lemon Vinaigrette

    Author: Anna
    This easy Lemon Vinaigrette is a perfect Spring and Summer salad dressing, made with just 5 ingredients! It's bright and refreshing!
    5 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Salad
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1 cup
    Calories 1119 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
    • 1/2 cup olive oil
    • 2 tablespoons honey omit if using honey mustard
    • 2 teaspoons Dijon or honey mustard
    • 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Combine all ingredients in a jar or small food processor and whisk or blend until creamy.
    • Taste and add more salt or pepper if needed.

    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.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 1119kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 109g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Potassium: 126mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin C: 47mg | Iron: 1mg
    Tried this recipe?Leave a comment with rating below!

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    1. Audrey says

      May 04, 2020 at 2:25 pm

      5 stars
      This is an amazing salad dressing! I love the citrus flavor, it's so refreshing! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        May 04, 2020 at 10:31 pm

        Super refreshing! Thank you, Audrey!

        Reply
    2. Sara Welch says

      April 30, 2020 at 12:36 pm

      5 stars
      This was so easy and was the perfect dressing for my salad yesterday. Looking forward to enjoying this again today!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        May 04, 2020 at 10:40 pm

        Thank you, Sara!

        Reply
    3. Emily says

      April 30, 2020 at 12:28 pm

      5 stars
      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!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        May 04, 2020 at 10:40 pm

        Yay! Thank you, Emily!

        Reply
    4. Katie says

      April 30, 2020 at 12:05 pm

      5 stars
      Lemon vinaigrette is one of my favorite salad dressings! So tasty!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        May 04, 2020 at 10:40 pm

        Same! Thanks, Katie!

        Reply
    5. Kristyn says

      April 30, 2020 at 12:01 pm

      5 stars
      This makes any salad burst with flavor! It's so light & refreshing & easy to make!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        May 04, 2020 at 10:40 pm

        Thank you, Kristyn!

        Reply

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