Description
A quick and refreshing homemade lemon vinaigrette salad brightens any meal. Made with fresh lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil, this dressing elevates simple greens with vibrant flavor. Perfect for weekday lunches or light dinners.
Ingredients
2 cups mixed salad greens
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 small garlic clove, grated
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
Optional: 1 tablespoon capers, 1 teaspoon chopped fresh herbs (dill, parsley, oregano)
Instructions
Wash and dry the salad greens in a large bowl
Whisk together lemon juice, garlic, Dijon mustard, sea salt, and black pepper until emulsified
Slowly drizzle in olive oil while continuing to whisk
Pour dressing over greens and toss to coat evenly
Optional: Add capers or herbs at the end for extra flavor
Notes
Adjust seasoning to taste by increasing or reducing garlic and salt
Store leftover dressing in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks
For stricter halal compliance, use an alcohol-free vinegar instead of Dijon mustard
Increase greens quantity for larger batches
- Prep Time: 5
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Whisking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g