התמונה להמחשה בלבדLemon Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
A classic and refreshing vinaigrette blending zesty lemon acidity with the subtle sweetness of honey and premium Dijon mustard, providing depth and a velvety texture to every bite. Presented on a bed of fresh arugula, crisp garden vegetables, and rich avocado, it creates a balanced and luxurious flavor profile perfect for a light starter or a Mediterranean accompaniment.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Servings
- 5
- Difficulty
- Easy
Instructions
- 1In a small or medium glass vial, mash together the lemon juice, lemon peel, mustard, honey and garlic.
- 2Add the olive oil, close the bottle and mix well until the vinaigrette comes together and gets a creamy texture.
- 3Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
- 4Adjust the sweetness and sourness by adding more lemon juice, mustard or honey, or more oil to lighten the taste.
- 5Add fresh herbs such as chives, parsley, dill, tarragon, thyme or rosemary for additional flavors.
- 6Dress the salad just before serving.
- 7Store the sauce in the refrigerator for a few days to a week.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1/2 tablespoon honey, 1 small garlic clove, grated, 4 tablespoons olive oil, salt and ground black pepper to taste, 4-5 ounces arugula, 1 pint cherry tomatoes, 2 small cucumbers, sliced, 1 avocado, 1 small red onion, sliced
Nutrition
- Calories
- 50
- Protein
- 0.1g
- Carbs
- 0.4g
Chef tips
Enhance flavors with fresh herbs like chives, parsley, dill, tarragon, thyme, or rosemary. Adjust sweetness and tanginess by adding more lemon juice, mustard, or honey.
Culinary reasoning
A classic and refreshing vinaigrette blending zesty lemon acidity with the subtle sweetness of honey and premium Dijon mustard, providing depth and a velvety texture to every bite. Presented on a bed of fresh arugula, crisp garden vegetables, and rich avocado, it creates a balanced and luxurious flavor profile perfect for a light starter or a Mediterranean accompaniment.