Lemon Dijon Dressing Freshness (Print Version)
A tangy, creamy blend of lemon, Dijon, and olive oil adds zest to salads and more.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Main 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
# Steps:
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 Tips:
01 -
- This dressing transforms even the most basic salad into something you'd actually crave
- It keeps for a full week, so you're always three minutes away from a better lunch
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- The dressing will separate in the refrigerator—this is natural and just means it's real food, not processed stuff
- Room temperature dressing coats leaves better, so pull it out ten minutes before you need it
03 -
- Grate your garlic instead of mincing—it practically dissolves and won't leave harsh raw bits
- Warm your lemon juice slightly for 10 seconds in the microwave if your lemons are straight from the fridge