Homemade Lemon Vinaigrette
This lemon vinaigrette recipe is bright, delicious, and easy to make at home in less than 10 minutes. Made with freshly squeezed lemon juice, lemon zest, fresh herbs, and Dijon mustard. This homemade dressing recipe delivers a punchy citrusy flavor that is significantly better than any bottle you can find it at the store.
Ingredients
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
- ¼ teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Measure the ½ cup extra virgin olive oil and ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice into a mason jar.
- Add the 1 tablespoon lemon zest, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary, ¼ teaspoon chopped fresh thyme and 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard.
- Shake vigorously to combine, and set aside for later.
Notes
Can be stored for up to a week in an airtight container or a mason jar in the refrigerator.
