Fresh Lemon Vinaigrette

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
2%
Fresh Lemon Vinaigrette
45 min.
2
331kcal

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Looking to add a burst of fresh flavor to your salads and side dishes? Look no further than this vibrant Fresh Lemon Vinaigrette! Perfectly balancing the zesty tang of freshly squeezed lemon juice with the richness of olive oil, this vinaigrette is a must-have in your culinary repertoire. Whether you’re drizzling it over crisp greens, roasted vegetables, or using it to enhance your favorite grain bowls, this dressing will elevate any meal with its bright and invigorating taste.

What makes this recipe particularly appealing is its versatility. Not only is it vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it suitable for most dietary preferences, but it also takes just 45 minutes to whip up. It features a delightful blend of Dijon mustard and pressed garlic that adds depth and complexity, while a hint of sugar balances the acidity of the lemons, creating a harmonious flavor profile that tastes gourmet.

This Fresh Lemon Vinaigrette is simple enough to prepare with minimal equipment—a whisk is all you need! Plus, it can be stored in your refrigerator for up to a week, making it a convenient option for meal prepping. Remember to let it come to room temperature and give it a quick whisk before serving for optimal flavor. Give your dishes a refreshing twist today with this easy and delicious homemade vinaigrette!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon dijon mustard 
  • large garlic clove pressed
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon sugar 

Equipment

  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk together lemon juice, Dijon mustard, pressed garlic clove, salt, sugar, and freshly ground pepper.
  2. Add olive oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking constantly until smooth. Store in refrigerator up to 1 week; let stand at room temperature 2 minutes, and whisk just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories331kcal
Protein0.39%
Fat95.62%
Carbs3.99%

Properties

Glycemic Index
82.05
Glycemic Load
0.53
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
3.9030435256984%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.49mg
Hesperetin
4.41mg
Naringenin
0.42mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.14mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:331.26kcal
16.56%
Fat:36.17g
55.65%
Saturated Fat:4.99g
31.2%
Carbohydrates:3.39g
1.13%
Net Carbohydrates:3.1g
1.13%
Sugar:1.32g
1.47%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:319.52mg
13.89%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.33g
0.67%
Vitamin E:5.24mg
34.95%
Vitamin K:22.14µg
21.09%
Vitamin C:12.28mg
14.89%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.59%
Iron:0.32mg
1.77%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.75%
Folate:6.36µg
1.59%
Selenium:1.11µg
1.58%
Potassium:44.93mg
1.28%
Fiber:0.29g
1.17%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.02%
Source:My Recipes