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Easy Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing (5-Minute Healthy Homemade Recipe)
Amanda Peterson

Easy Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing (5-Minute Healthy Homemade Recipe)

A bright, nutrient-dense lemon vinaigrette made with olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Perfect for enhancing salads, grilled proteins, or marinating lean meats. Keto-friendly, dairy-free, and crafted with clean ingredients.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1/2 medium lemon)
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano or thyme
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Combine lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey/maple syrup, and minced garlic in a jar or bowl
  2. Whisk vigorously until emulsified
  3. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while continuing to whisk
  4. Stir in oregano/thyme and season with salt and pepper
  5. Taste and adjust sweetness or acidity as needed

Notes

For keto, substitute honey/maple syrup with 1 teaspoon monk fruit or allulose sweetener
Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the refrigerator
Emulsifies best when using room temperature olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice
Use as a marinade for turkey, chicken, or beef strips