Description
This quick and easy lemon vinaigrette is bright, zesty, and full of flavor. Made with lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, and fresh herbs, it’s perfect for salads, grains, and vegetables.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced or pressed
- ½ tsp coconut sugar or sweetener of choice
- ⅜ tsp sea salt (adjust to taste)
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp chopped chives
- 3 ½ tbsp (45 g) extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 ½ tbsp water (optional, if using a blender)
Instructions
- In a jar or mug, combine lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, coconut sugar, sea salt, black pepper, and chopped chives. Whisk well to combine.
- Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously until the dressing is emulsified.
- For a creamier consistency, blend the mixture with an immersion blender and optionally add up to 1½ tablespoons of water.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve over your favorite salads or vegetables.
Notes
- Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor.
- The water is optional and helps make the dressing creamier if using a blender.
- Store leftover vinaigrette in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Shake or stir before using.
- You can substitute chives with other fresh herbs like parsley or dill.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad Dressing
- Method: Whisking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
