Bright Lemon Vinaigrette

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By Emily Richter

2/22/2020

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This Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing will brighten any salad with its fresh flavors! Made from fresh lemon juice, olive oil, white wine vinegar, dijon mustard, minced garlic, and lightly sweetened with maple, this dressing is super easy to make (ready in 10 minutes!) and sure to impress.

FRESH Vinaigrette Dressing

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Salad Dressing Pantry Staples

  • Olive oil
  • Balsamic vinegar
  • White wine vinegar
  • Dijon mustard
  • Maple syrup
  • Tahini
  • Salt
  • Pepper

Salad Recipes for Lemon Vinaigrette

  • Superfood Farro Salad (already calls for this lemon vinaigrette!)
  • Spring Citrus Kale Salad
  • Pomegranate and Pear Kale Salad
  • Roasted Butternut Squash Kale Salad with Farro and Goat Cheese
  • Harvest Blackberry and Butternut Squash Massaged Kale Salad

Does Lemon Vinaigrette Pair Well with More Than Just Salads?

  • Marinade: Place a few chicken breasts in a glass container and pour on some of this lemon vinaigrette. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes and boom, you’ve got lemon chicken ready to go.
  • Dip: Use this dressing as a dip for sliced veggies or chicken nuggets.
  • Pasta and Pasta Salad: Get festive with your pasta or pasta salad and make a bright lemon-inspired dish!
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What is Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing Made of?

  • Olive oil
  • Fresh lemon juice
  • White wine vinegar
  • Dijon mustard
  • Maple syrup
  • Minced garlic
  • Salt and pepper

How Long Does Lemon Vinaigrette Last?

How do I Store Homemade Salad Dressing?

Is Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing Good for You?

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  • Asian Salad Dressing
  • Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
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  • Green Goddess Dressing
  • Homemade Poppy Seed Dressing
  • Healthy Ranch Dressing

Ingredients1x2x3x

  • ▢ 1/4 cup olive oil
  • ▢ 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • ▢ 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
  • ▢ 1.5 teaspoons maple syrup
  • ▢ 1/2 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • ▢ 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • ▢ 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • ▢ 1/8 teaspoon ground pepper

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients into a jar.
  • Close the lid and shake until combined.
  • Serve immediately.

Tips & Notes

Nutrition

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
  • 1.5 teaspoons maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground pepper

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients into a jar.
  • Close the lid and shake until combined.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

Nutrition