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Creamy Lemon Dijon Dressing
4.9 from 24 votes

Creamy Lemon Dijon Dressing

A simple salad dressing that’s light, creamy, and rounded out with a lovely and lemony acidity, you’re going to want to put Creamy Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette on everything from garden to pasta to potato salads.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 10 servings (Makes 1.25 cups)
Calories: 164 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup lemon juice (plus 2 teaspoons)
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 4 teaspoons mayonnaise
  • 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • ¾ cup canola oil
  • ½ teaspoon granulated sugar
  • ½-1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ½-1 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
  • ½-1 teaspoon salt (to taste)

Instructions

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  1. Add all ingredients except for the canola oil to a blender and blend for 15 seconds.
  2. Slowly drizzle in the canola oil, keeping the blender running the entire time. Taste and add more salt, if desired.
  3. Refrigerate until ready for use.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning before using.

Notes

  • *Nutrition information is approximate and was calculated using an online nutrition calculator. 
  • Store the dressing in a lidded container (like a Mason jar) in the refrigerator. Shake well before using. For best results, use within 7 days.
  • Use the freshest ingredients available, and don’t be lazy and skip adding that lemon zest; it really makes this dressing pop.

Nutrition Information

Calories 164kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 0.2g (0%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5g (29%) Monounsaturated Fat 11g (55%) Trans Fat 0.1g (5%) Cholesterol 1mg (0%) Sodium 149mg (6%) Potassium 18mg (0%) Fiber 0.2g (1%) Sugar 0.4g (1%) Vitamin A 48IU (1%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 5mg (1%) Iron 0.2mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10 servings (Makes 1.25 cups)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 164

% Daily Value*

Calories 164kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 0.2g 0%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g 29%
Monounsaturated Fat 11g 55%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Sodium 149mg 6%
Potassium 18mg 0%
Fiber 0.2g 1%
Sugar 0.4g 1%
Vitamin A 48IU 1%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 5mg 1%
Iron 0.2mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.