Lemon Basil Dressing

Lemon Basil Dressing

Bright lemon juice and fresh basil whisk into a tangy, herbaceous dressing in minutes.

Total 10 min Makes 16 oz Calories 125/serving

Dietary

Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Wheat free, Dairy free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher, Kosher for passover, Ashkenazi kosher for passover

This dressing balances fresh lemon juice and zest with fragrant basil and a mellow garlic note, emulsified into olive oil for a silky finish. It works well over leafy salads, grilled vegetables, or sliced tomatoes, and keeps nicely in the refrigerator for easy weeknight use.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Method

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, honey, salt, and black pepper until the honey dissolves.

  2. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking constantly until the dressing emulsifies and thickens slightly.

  3. Stir in the chopped basil and mix until evenly distributed throughout the dressing.

  4. Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or honey as needed, then transfer to a 16-ounce jar or airtight container.

  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving; shake or whisk well before use.

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Lemon Basil Dressing

This dressing balances fresh lemon juice and zest with fragrant basil and a mellow garlic note, emulsified into olive oil for a silky finish. It works well over leafy salads, grilled vegetables, or sliced tomatoes, and keeps nicely in the refrigerator for easy weeknight use.

10 min 16 oz 125 cal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Method

  1. 1

    In a medium bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, honey, salt, and black pepper until the honey dissolves.

  2. 2

    Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking constantly until the dressing emulsifies and thickens slightly.

  3. 3

    Stir in the chopped basil and mix until evenly distributed throughout the dressing.

  4. 4

    Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or honey as needed, then transfer to a 16-ounce jar or airtight container.

  5. 5

    Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving; shake or whisk well before use.