Lemon Dijon Dressing (Vinaigrette)
This homemade Lemon Dijon Dressing in the best vinaigrette recipe for any salad. Made with just 6 simple ingredients, it has a perfect balance of tangy and sweet.
Servings: 10 people
Calories: 106kcal
Ingredients
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1 ½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic minced, optional
- ¾ tablespoon maple syrup
- salt, pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in a mason jar (Olive oil, lemon juice and zest, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, maple syrup, salt, and pepper).
- Close the lid and shake well until all the ingredients are combined.
Notes
Olive Oil. Make sure you use a good quality extra-virgin olive oil. Some cheaper oils might have some bitterness and have a bad aftertaste.
Lemon. Always use fresh lemons for juice and zest. They will provide a lighter and more vibrant flavor.
Taste test. Always taste the dressing before adding it to the salad. You might want to adjust some flavors, like add more lemon juice or olive oil, or give it a bit more sweetness.
Garlic. I like to add a little bit of freshly minced garlic to my dressing for more aroma. Though, you can easily skip this ingredient or use a finely minced shallot instead.
How to store?
You can refrigerate the dressing for u to a week.
Nutrition
Calories: 106kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 13mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg