Steps
How to make a Basic Lemon Vinaigrette. This recipe highlights how simple ingredients—when perfectly balanced, can create a versatile dressing that proves great flavour doesn’t require complexity, just harmony.
Ingredients
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1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
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½ tsp honey or maple syrup
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1 small garlic clove, finely grated or minced
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¼ cup fresh lemon juice (about 1–2 lemons)
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½ cup extra virgin olive oil
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½ tsp salt (or to taste)
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¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
Method
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In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, Dijon mustard (if using), garlic, salt, pepper, and honey or maple syrup.
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While whisking, slowly drizzle in the olive oil to create a creamy, emulsified dressing.
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Alternatively: Add all ingredients to a jar with a tight-fitting lid and shake for 30 seconds until well combined.
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Taste and tweak—add more lemon for brightness, more salt for punch, or more oil to mellow.
Tips
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Store in the fridge for up to 1 week in a sealed container.
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Shake or whisk before each use—separation is natural.
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Great as a marinade for chicken, dressing for roasted veg, or spooned over a grain bowl.
What you'll need
You will need:
Small bowl or jar with lid
Whisk
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