Zesty Lemon Garlic Dressing

Zesty Lemon Garlic Dressing

A tangy, garlicky dressing with bright lemon juice and a silky olive oil finish.

Total 10 min Makes 16 oz Calories 160/serving

Dietary

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

This dressing whisks together fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, and olive oil into a bright, tangy emulsion. It works well over leafy greens, roasted vegetables, or grilled chicken, and comes together in minutes with no cooking required. Keep a jar in the fridge for quick weeknight salads.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 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, Dijon mustard, and honey until combined.

  2. While whisking continuously, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.

  3. Stir in the dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

  4. Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

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    Zesty Lemon Garlic Dressing

    This dressing whisks together fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, and olive oil into a bright, tangy emulsion. It works well over leafy greens, roasted vegetables, or grilled chicken, and comes together in minutes with no cooking required. Keep a jar in the fridge for quick weeknight salads.

    10 min 16 oz 160 cal

    Ingredients

    • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
    • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
    • 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
    • 4 garlic cloves, minced
    • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
    • 1 tablespoon honey
    • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
    • 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, Dijon mustard, and honey until combined.

    2. 2

      While whisking continuously, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.

    3. 3

      Stir in the dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

    4. 4

      Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.