Tasty Simple Vinaigrette
A quick and flavorful lemon-forward vinaigrette that transforms salads and vegetables.
- Prep Time: 1 minute
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 minute
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (fresh)
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 small clove garlic, minced
- Optional: 1 teaspoon mustard (Dijon or whole-grain)
- Optional: 1–2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (parsley, basil, or dill)
Instructions
- Measure oil and lemon juice into a small bowl.
- Whisk briskly until the mixture looks slightly blended and glossy.
- Season with a pinch of salt and a grinding of pepper. Taste and adjust.
- If using garlic, whisk in the minced clove now. If using mustard, add the teaspoon and whisk to stabilize the emulsion.
- Fold in fresh herbs gently at the end so they stay bright.
- Pour over your salad and toss to coat just before serving.
Notes
Store the vinaigrette in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to one week. For a smoother garlic flavor, grate garlic with a microplane. Always smell and taste before using.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://www.simplefamilydishes.com/tasty-simple-vinaigrette/