Honey Lemon Vinaigrette (Printable version)

Bright and tangy honey-lemon dressing ready in minutes

# What You’ll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
02 - 2 tablespoons honey
03 - 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
04 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Oils

06 - 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

# How to Make It:

01 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
02 - Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking constantly, until the vinaigrette is emulsified and smooth.
03 - Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or honey as desired.
04 - Use immediately or store in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake or whisk before each use.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in literally five minutes with pantry staples you probably have right now
  • The honey balances the lemons acidity so perfectly that even people who say they dont like vinaigrette change their minds
02 -
  • The olive oil will solidify slightly when chilled, so always let the dressing sit out for fifteen minutes before serving
  • If the dressing separates, simply whisk it vigorously or shake the jar until it comes back together
03 -
  • Warm your honey for ten seconds in the microwave if it has crystallized and refuses to mix smoothly
  • Add a teaspoon of finely grated lemon zest directly into the dressing for an intense citrus aroma that perfumes everything it touches

Go back