RecipeLemon Vinaigrette
- Calories: 100
- Protein: 0 g
- Total Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 2 g
- Dietary Fiber: 0 g
- Total Sugar: 1 g
- Natural Sugar: 1 g
- Added Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
If you’re looking for a quick and easy dressing that’s both delicious and nutritious, then this citrus vinaigrette is your new go-to! It’s light, it’s bright, and it’s perfect for livening up your salads and veggies. It’s a simple combo of lemon juice and zest, tangy vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, and Dijon mustard, all whisked together to create a dreamy dressing that will elevate any salad to gourmet status. The extra virgin olive oil is packed with good-for-you fats and antioxidants that can help keep your ticker in top shape, making this a tasty way to show your heart some well-deserved love. So go ahead and drizzle it over a big colorful salad (like my Mediterranean Quinoa Salad) or dunk veggies in it … There’s no stressing with this dressing!
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- • 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- • 1½ teaspoons lemon zest
- • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, or more to taste
- • ¼ teaspoon salt, more to taste
- • ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
Add all ingredients to a small bowl and whisk until everything is well combined. Season with additional salt and fresh ground pepper to taste.
Store in an airtight container or jar for up to 1 week in the fridge.
Nutrition provided for 2 tablespoons.
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