Zesty Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing Recipe: A Perfect Homemade Delight

lemon vinaigrette dressing

Rating: 4.9/5

Preparation Time: 10 minutes 

So, if you are in search of an easily prepared addition that will lighten up your salads, grilled vegetables, or even roasted meats then our lemon vinaigrette dressing is perfect for you. This home made vinaigrette dressing is easy to prepare and leaves your mouth watery from the raw onions. It is so easy to replicate the same store-bought dressings at home using only a handful of ingredients which in turn makes it healthier too!

A Quick History of Vinaigrette Dressings

  • Vinaigrettes—which are, in fact, a simple form of a salad dressing—date back to the 17th century France.
  • Lemon vinaigrette, in its turn, is a relatively ‘new’ version of this recipe, as lemon juice has replaced the standard vinegar that gives the dressing a tangy feel.
  • It was not long before homemade vinaigrettes gained the popularity because of the taste and the clean ingredients that could be put in it in order to avoid getting a preservative-filled liquid.

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Ingredients for Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing

To prepare this delightful homemade vinaigrette dressing, you’ll need:

  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 1-2 lemons)
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 garlic clove, minced 
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional for sweetness)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 
  • Zest of 1 lemon (optional for an extra lemony punch)

How to Make Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing

This lemon vinaigrette dressing recipe is quick and easy to follow, requiring only a few steps:

Step 1: Whisk the Ingredients

On a separated bowl, roughly mix the lemon juice let it resolve, the Dijon mustard, minced garlic and if your recipe includes honey, blend it in.

Step 2: Add Olive Oil

Gradually, pour the extra virgin olive oil in this mixture while whisking. It assists in emulsifying the dressing or even in stabilising a creamy dressing.

Step 3: Season

Stir in salt, freshly ground black pepper and if desired, the rind of the lemon. Once the cooking process is complete, alter the salt and pepper, so that it meets your desired taste.

Step 4: Taste and Adjust

Season the dressing to its desired lemon, oil and spices then taste it. If effects of more sour flavor, you can add more of lemon juice than those called for in the given recipe.

Step 5: Store or Serve

Serving suggested: Consume the dip right after preparation or for longer storage: Chill and store in an airtight container for a week. It is necessary to stir the mixture before each application because oil and lemon may layer in the jar.

How To Make Your Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing Perfect

  • Use Fresh Lemons: When it comes to what to use to enhance the taste of this meal the use of freshly squeezed lemon juice is the best as compared to the use of bottled lemon juice.
  • Experiment with Add-ins: You can choose to add variety to your vinaigrette such as adding basil, oregano or thyme to give it the extra taste.
  • Balance the Acidity: If the lemon taste is quite strong you should add a little honey or maple syrup to make the taste less acidic.

Nutritional Value (per serving)

  • Calories: 180 kcal 
  • Fat: 18g 
  • Carbohydrates: 2g 
  • Protein: 0g 
  • Fiber: 0g 
  • Sugars: 1g 
  • Vitamin C: 10% of Daily Value 

This vinaigrette is a healthy alternative to creamy, store-bought dressings. It’s low in sugar and carbs, high in heart-healthy fats, and a great source of vitamin C from the lemons.

Why Make Homemade Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing?

There are numerous reasons why making your own lemon vinaigrette dressing is a great idea:

  • Control the Ingredients: Much healthier than processed baked snacks you find in the market which contain hidden preservatives, unhealthy additives, or excess sugars.
  • Freshness: If you make your dressings from scratch, their taste will be much purer and brighter than if you bought them bottled.
  • Customizable: It really is a very forgiving recipe; you can adjust it to your personal preference – throw in more garlic if you like or cut back on the tartness or change the type of oil you are using.
  • Versatility: Aside from salads, this lemon vinaigrette may be used in marinating grilled chicken or fish or as a dressing for grilled or oven baked veggies.

Recipe Match for Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing

  • Green Salads: Just add to fresh leaves like spinach, arguula, kale or any preferred one to suek out the desired tangy taste.
  • Grilled Vegetables: It can be drizzled over grilled zucchini, bell or asparagus to boost up their normal taste.
  • Roasted Potatoes: Spruce up roasted potatoes by drizzling the preparation on the potatoes after roasting as shown in the video below.
  • Grilled Meats or Fish: This dressing makes a perfect accompaniment to grilled chicken, fish or even steak but can also be used as a marinade.

Preparing your own lemon vinaigrette dressing is not only easy but one of the best ways of guaranteeing you are consuming freshly made foods. You can make this particular dressing using basic ingredients kept in most pantry and it only takes ten minutes of your time.

Please share with us how your lemon vinaigrette dressing recipe was like! Please, use the form below to leave a comment about the recipe and rate it. Happy cooking!

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