Lemon Salad Dressing

A zesty and vibrant lemon salad dressing brings life to your leafy greens in a snap of a finger. 5 minutes and a handful of ingredients are all you need to create a refreshing citrus vinaigrette.

Why this recipe works

This lemon salad dressing is made from a base of fresh lemon juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Whisk the ingredients together in a bowl and you have yourself a 5-minute zippy and refreshing dressing to drizzle over crisp salads all year round.

We especially love this lemon vinaigrette tossed into our kale salad where the flavors mingle well with crunchy apples and tangy feta cheese which is pictured here in this post, however, it tastes divine over fresh dinner salads and even pasta salad alike.

Ingredients you will need

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Ingredient Info and Substitution Suggestions

DRESSING – It’s best to use fresh lemon juice as opposed to the bottled variety. Trust me, you can taste the difference! One regular-sized lemon will yield 2-3 Tablespoons of juice. The honey in this dressing mellows out the bitterness while the Dijon adds plenty of flavor and creaminess. Extra virgin olive oil packs in additional vitamins and antioxidants while creating depth as the base of this recipe.

How to Make Lemon Salad Dressing

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1. Add all ingredients to a small bowl or glass jar, and whisk or shake together to combine. Refrigerate until using.

Frequently Asked Questions & Expert Tips

This homemade lemon vinaigrette will keep well in a sealed jar or air-tight container kept in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

I wouldn’t suggest freezing this dressing as the lemons may cause it to be bitter once thawed.

Serving Suggestions

Serve this lemon salad dressing over leafy green salads like our kale salad that’s loaded with rich flavors, or try it over a fresh blueberry salad with romaine lettuce. It’s also a great swap-in for the balsamic in our strawberry spinach salad. You can also drizzle it over sliced cucumbers or vegetables as a side dish or appetizer. Enjoy!

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• Blue Cheese Dressing
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• Buttermilk Ranch Dressing
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• Balsamic Vinaigrette

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