Zesty Lemon Herb Salad Dressing

Zesty Lemon Herb Salad Dressing

This homemade Lemon Herb Dressing combines fresh lemon juice, a mix of fresh herbs, and extra-virgin olive oil for a bright and tangy flavor that livens up any salad or roasted vegetable dish. It's quick to make, with simple ingredients, and adds a fresh, herbaceous twist to your salad recipes. This is a healthy, homemade dressing that's perfect for busy days when you want something delicious and fresh without spending too much time in the kitchen.

Author: Balancing Bowls

Meal Type: Milk Free

Cuisine: Other

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time:

Total Time: 5 minutes

Servings: 1 Cup

Calories: 50 kcal per serving

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons - lemon juice
  • Zest of one lemon
  • ¼ cup - finely chopped fresh herbs
  • 1 ½ teaspoons - Dijon mustard
  • 1 ½ teaspoons - honey
  • ½ tsp - salt
  • ⅓ cup - extra-virgin olive oil
  • black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a blender, mini food processor, or using an immersion blender, combine 40 ml (3 tablespoons) lemon juice, lemon zest if using, ¼ cup chopped fresh herbs (try parsley, rosemary, oregano), 1 ½ teaspoons Dijon mustard, 1 ½ teaspoons honey, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  2. Slowly add ⅓ cup (80 ml) extra-virgin olive oil and blend until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
  3. Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  4. Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. Shake well before using.

Nutrition

Energy: 50 kcal | Total Fat: 0 g | Saturated: 12 g | Trans: 0 g | Unsaturated: 0 g | Cholesterol: 0 mg | Total Carbs: 13 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugars: 10 g | Proteins: 1 g | Sodium: 1,251 mg | Polyunsaturated: 7 g | Monounsaturated: 55 g

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