Lemon-Molasses Dressing

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
4%
Lemon-Molasses Dressing
45 min.
4
135kcal

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Elevate your salads and grilled dishes with this delightful Lemon-Molasses Dressing, a vibrant blend of flavors that strikes the perfect balance between tangy and sweet. Perfectly suited for those seeking a vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free option, this dressing brings a refreshing twist to your meals, all while being dairy-free and packed with wholesome goodness.

Imagine drizzling this zesty dressing over a bed of crisp salad greens, where the bright, citrusy lemon juice harmonizes beautifully with the rich, deep flavor of molasses. The addition of Dijon mustard and minced shallots adds a savory complexity that sets this dressing apart. Whether you’re looking to enhance your lunch with fresh vegetables or wanting to marinate grilled chicken, pork, seafood, or even hearty vegetables, this versatile dressing does it all.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this tantalizing recipe that’s sure to impress family and friends alike. With only 135 calories per serving, you can enjoy its rich taste without any guilt. The blend of olive oil provides healthy fats, while the zesty lemon juice gives a burst of flavor. Discover the joy of combining ingredients that not only taste amazing but also celebrate a plant-based lifestyle. Embrace the art of dressing up your meals with this exquisite Lemon-Molasses Dressing!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon dijon mustard 
  • 0.5 cup juice of lemon 
  • teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • 0.3 cup blackstrap molasses 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons shallots minced

Equipment

  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk together all ingredients.
  2. Serve over salad greens, or use as a marinade for grilled chicken, pork, seafood, or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Calories135kcal
Protein0.87%
Fat45.57%
Carbs53.56%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.5
Glycemic Load
7.15
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.8708695905364%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.49mg
Hesperetin
4.41mg
Naringenin
0.42mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:134.58kcal
6.73%
Fat:7.15g
11%
Saturated Fat:0.99g
6.17%
Carbohydrates:18.9g
6.3%
Net Carbohydrates:18.51g
6.73%
Sugar:16.94g
18.82%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:167.99mg
7.3%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.31g
0.61%
Manganese:0.36mg
18.1%
Vitamin C:12.85mg
15.58%
Magnesium:54.74mg
13.69%
Potassium:360.06mg
10.29%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.72%
Vitamin E:1.06mg
7.08%
Iron:1.15mg
6.42%
Selenium:4.27µg
6.11%
Copper:0.12mg
5.75%
Calcium:49.03mg
4.9%
Vitamin K:4.48µg
4.26%
Vitamin B5:0.23mg
2.31%
Folate:7.97µg
1.99%
Fiber:0.39g
1.56%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.45%
Phosphorus:13.58mg
1.36%
Vitamin B3:0.24mg
1.22%
Source:My Recipes