Lemon-Mint Vinaigrette

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
1%
Lemon-Mint Vinaigrette
10 min.
10
44kcal

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Looking to elevate your salads and side dishes with a burst of freshness? Look no further than this delightful Lemon-Mint Vinaigrette! Not only is this vinaigrette bursting with vibrant flavors, but it also meets a variety of dietary needs, making it perfect for everyone at your table. Whether you’re a vegetarian, vegan, or simply someone who appreciates a delicious dressing, this recipe is an excellent choice.

In just 10 minutes, you can whip up this light and zesty dressing that combines the bright notes of fresh lemon juice with the aromatic qualities of mint and parsley. The Dijon mustard adds a subtle tang that ties the flavors together, and the extra virgin olive oil provides a rich, smooth texture that makes this vinaigrette irresistibly dip-worthy. With just a hint of sweetness and a balanced seasoning of salt and pepper, every bite bursts with flavor.

This Lemon-Mint Vinaigrette is not just versatile for salads but also acts as a fantastic marinade for grilled vegetables or a zingy topping for roasted meats. Best of all, you can prepare it in advance and store it in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Just remember to let it come to room temperature before serving for the ultimate taste experience. Try it today and watch how it transforms your meals!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon dijon mustard 
  • 0.5 cup olive oil extra virgin 
  • tablespoons mint leaves fresh finely chopped
  • tablespoons parsley fresh finely chopped
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 cup olive oil 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon sugar 

Equipment

  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk together all ingredients. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks.
  2. Let chilled vinaigrette come to room temperature before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories44kcal
Protein1.46%
Fat86.65%
Carbs11.89%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.61
Glycemic Load
0.3
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.6291304327871%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.75mg
Hesperetin
1.4mg
Naringenin
0.12mg
Apigenin
1.8mg
Luteolin
0.16mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.12mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:43.86kcal
2.19%
Fat:4.41g
6.79%
Saturated Fat:0.61g
3.8%
Carbohydrates:1.36g
0.45%
Net Carbohydrates:1.14g
0.41%
Sugar:0.65g
0.73%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:133.73mg
5.81%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.17g
0.33%
Vitamin K:15.91µg
15.15%
Vitamin C:4.87mg
5.9%
Vitamin E:0.65mg
4.32%
Vitamin A:112.02IU
2.24%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.67%
Folate:4.28µg
1.07%
Source:My Recipes