Quick Lemon Vinaigrette
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
128 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Quick Lemon Vinaigrette
Description
The vinaigrette dressing is made by blending olive oil with fresh lemon juice and white vinegar, sweetened lightly with granulated sugar and emulsified with Dijon mustard for a creamy texture. Minced garlic can be added for additional flavor, along with fresh herbs like chives, dill, or parsley. Salt and black pepper season the dressing to taste.
This dressing provides refreshing acidity from lemon and vinegar balanced by oil and mild sweetness. It can be used to dress green salads and vegetable dishes, offering a zesty complement. The preparation involves simply shaking all ingredients together in a jar until combined.
For storage, keep the vinaigrette refrigerated and consume within a few days, especially if it contains fresh garlic, to maintain freshness and safety.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup olive oil or vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar or to taste
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic minced (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs any combination of chives, dill, or parsley
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a jar. Shake well to combine.
- Drizzle over salad to taste.
- Store in the refrigerator up to one week (if using minced garlic, read notes below).
Notes
- Store vinaigrette in the refrigerator and consume within 2-3 days, particularly if using minced garlic.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 128 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 128 | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 28mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 35IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 3.5mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.