Description
Elevate your salads with zesty lemon basil vinaigrette Perfect blend of flavors for a refreshing touch to any dish Try it today
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and pepper. Whisk until the ingredients are well blended.
- Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while continuously whisking the mixture. This will emulsify the dressing and create a smooth consistency.
- Once the oil is fully incorporated, stir in the chopped fresh basil. Make sure the basil is evenly distributed throughout the dressing.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or sweetness to suit your preference.
- Transfer the vinaigrette to a jar or airtight container and let it sit for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator before serving.
- When ready to serve, give it a good shake or stir to recombine. Drizzle over your favorite salad or dish and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- minutes: 30
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 100 calories
- Sugar: 1g
- Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g