Lemon Dijon Tangy Dressing (Print Version)

Bright lemon and Dijon blend adds tangy creaminess to salads, vegetables, and marinades.

# Recipe Ingredients:

→ 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

# Directions:

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 -
  • The way Dijon and lemon dance together makes everything they touch taste brighter and more alive
  • You probably have every single ingredient in your kitchen right this second
  • Once you taste homemade, store bought dressing will never feel good enough again
02 -
  • The dressing will separate in the fridge and this is completely normal, just shake it vigorously or whisk it back together before using
  • Fresh garlic can become overpowering overnight, so if you are meal prepping, consider using garlic powder or adding fresh garlic the day you plan to use it
  • Room temperature ingredients emulsify more easily than cold ones straight from the refrigerator
03 -
  • Use a mason jar to make this and just shake it instead of whisking, which means fewer dishes to wash later
  • Taste your dressing on a leaf of the actual lettuce or vegetable you will be serving it with, since different greens absorb flavors differently
  • If you prefer a thinner consistency, whisk in a teaspoon of water at the very end

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