Honey Lemon Vinaigrette Salad Dressing
This Honey Lemon Vinaigrette Salad Dressing combines the perfect balance of tangy lemon, sweet honey, and fragrant herbs. With fresh thyme and oregano, this versatile dressing enhances salads, roasted veggies, or grilled meats with vibrant Mediterranean flavors.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: ½ cup
- Category: Dressing, Condiment
- Method: Whisking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Greek
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
For the Vinaigrette:
¼ cup fresh lemon juice (or lime juice)
2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
⅓ cup olive oil (or half olive oil, half avocado or grapeseed oil)
1 pinch salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
1 tsp fresh oregano, chopped
Instructions
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Combine the ingredients: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the fresh lemon juice (or lime juice) and honey (or maple syrup) until the honey is fully dissolved.
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Add the oil and whisk: Drizzle in the olive oil (or a mix of olive oil with avocado or grapeseed oil) and whisk until emulsified.
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Season the vinaigrette: Stir in the salt, pepper, fresh thyme, and oregano. Adjust seasoning to taste.
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Serve or store: Pour over salads, roasted vegetables, or use as a marinade. If storing, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a minced clove of garlic or a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
Make it vegan-friendly by substituting honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
Use dried herbs if fresh ones are unavailable, but reduce the quantity by half.
Find it online: https://justsosavory.com/honey-lemon-vinaigrette-salad-dressing/
