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Fresh lemon garlic vinaigrette in a clear glass jar with golden dressing and black pepper, with a lemon, garlic bulb, and fresh herbs softly blurred in the background.

Fresh Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette

Nesting Lane
Fresh Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette is a quick homemade salad dressing with fresh lemon, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, and garlic.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Dressing
Cuisine American
Servings 8

Equipment

Small Mixing Bowl
Whisk
Measuring Spoons
Measuring Cup
Citrus Juicer
Glass Jar with Lid

Ingredients
 

Instructions
 

  • Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to a small mixing bowl.
  • Using a wire whisk, mix until combined.
  • Slowly pour in the olive oil while whisking continuously.
  • Continue whisking until the vinaigrette is blended and slightly thickened.
  • Transfer the vinaigrette to a glass jar.
  • Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Shake the jar well before serving.

Notes

3 WW Smart Points

Tips and Tricks

Use a Fine Grater for the Zest - Grate only the yellow outer layer of the lemon. The white layer underneath can taste bitter.
Use Room-Temperature Ingredients - Olive oil and lemon juice blend more evenly when they are close to the same temperature.
Adjust the Acidity - Add a small amount of honey if the dressing tastes too tart. Add more lemon juice if it tastes too mild.
Let the Garlic Rest - Refrigerate the vinaigrette for 15 to 30 minutes to help the garlic blend with the other ingredients.
Taste Before Adding More Salt - The dressing may taste saltier after it rests, so make small adjustments.

Storing

Refrigerate - Store the vinaigrette in a sealed glass jar in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Shake Before Serving - The olive oil and lemon juice will separate during storage. Shake the sealed jar until the dressing blends again.
Let the Oil Warm Slightly - Olive oil may thicken in the refrigerator. Leave the jar at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes before shaking and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1TBSPCalories: 85kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 0.1gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 153mgPotassium: 12mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 0.1mg
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