Description
Lemon vinaigrette sparkles with zesty citrus notes, creating a classic dressing for salads. Mediterranean ingredients blend perfectly, delivering fresh, tangy flavor profiles that complement many dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 120 milliliters (½ cup) olive oil
- 60 milliliters (¼ cup) fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Citrus Preparation: Energetically roll lemon on countertop to release essential oils, then extract juice with firm pressure until obtaining vibrant, zesty liquid.
- Foundation Blending: Combine lemon juice with Dijon mustard in mixing bowl, whisking vigorously to create emulsified base with robust flavor complexity.
- Aromatic Enhancement: Finely mince garlic and integrate into liquid mixture, introducing deep, pungent undertones while stirring continuously to distribute evenly.
- Seasoning Integration: Sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper, balancing acidic notes with nuanced mineral undertones that elevate overall taste profile.
- Emulsion Creation: Gradually stream extra virgin olive oil while whisking persistently, generating smooth, glossy vinaigrette that seamlessly binds ingredients together.
- Flavor Refinement: Taste and calibrate with optional honey or maple syrup, introducing delicate sweetness that harmonizes with citrus’s bright, tangy essence.
- Final Adjustment: Perform ultimate seasoning verification, modifying with additional lemon juice, salt, or pepper to achieve perfectly balanced vinaigrette tailored to personal preference.
Notes
- Juice Selection: Roll lemons firmly on the countertop to maximize juice extraction and release natural oils before squeezing.
- Emulsion Technique: Whisk ingredients continuously while slowly drizzling olive oil to prevent separation and create a smooth, consistent texture.
- Flavor Balancing: Taste and adjust seasoning gradually, adding honey or maple syrup to soften the lemon’s acidity if needed.
- Storage Strategy: Store vinaigrette in an airtight container refrigerated for up to 5 days, giving it a quick shake before each use to re-emulsify the ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg