Lemon-Caper Vinaigrette

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Lemon-Caper Vinaigrette
4 min.
16
10kcal

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If you’re looking to elevate your dishes with a burst of flavor, look no further than this delightful Lemon-Caper Vinaigrette. With a perfect balance of zesty lemon juice, tangy capers, and a hint of Dijon mustard, this vinaigrette is not only a treat for the taste buds but also an incredibly versatile addition to your culinary repertoire. Whether you're dressing a fresh salad, drizzling it over grilled vegetables, or using it as a dipping sauce for antipasti, this vinaigrette adds a bright and refreshing note that complements a wide variety of meals.

Best of all, this recipe is ready in just four minutes, making it an ideal choice for those busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings. With just a handful of ingredients and simple instructions, you’ll have a delicious, homemade dressing that will impress your family and guests alike. Plus, it's vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, allowing everyone to enjoy its vibrant flavors without worry.

Each serving contains only 10 calories, so you can indulge guilt-free while enhancing the taste of your dishes. Its balanced caloric breakdown ensures that you're not only savoring a delightful dressing but also contributing to your healthier eating habits. So grab your whisk, mix up this Lemon-Caper Vinaigrette, and get ready to transform your meals!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • tablespoon capers drained
  • 0.5 teaspoon dijon mustard 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 2.5 tablespoons shallots minced (1 small)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk.

Nutrition Facts

Calories10kcal
Protein2.82%
Fat76.95%
Carbs20.23%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.88
Glycemic Load
0.07
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.29260869656244%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.14mg
Hesperetin
0.41mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.66mg
Quercetin
0.87mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:9.85kcal
0.49%
Fat:0.89g
1.38%
Saturated Fat:0.12g
0.78%
Carbohydrates:0.53g
0.18%
Net Carbohydrates:0.43g
0.16%
Sugar:0.2g
0.22%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:15.81mg
0.69%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.07g
0.15%
Vitamin C:1.24mg
1.5%
Source:My Recipes