Description
A vibrant, tangy Mediterranean dressing with fresh herbs and zesty lemon. Customize for any occasion and elevate your salads, grilled veggies, or wraps in seconds. Perfect for busy weeknights or stylish gatherings.
Ingredients
Extra virgin olive oil, high-quality
Lemon juice, freshly squeezed (2–3 tbsp)
Apple cider vinegar or white vinegar (2 tbsp, optional for acidity)
Dijon mustard
Garlic (1 clove or ½ tsp powder)
Oregano (fresh or dried
Kosher salt
Black pepper, freshly ground
Honey or maple syrup (½ tsp, optional sweetener)
Crushed red pepper flakes (pinch, optional)
Instructions
Combine olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, mustard, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and sweetener in a jar or bowl.
Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 30 seconds. Alternatively, whisk ingredients while drizzling oil.
Let the dressing rest for 15–30 minutes to blend flavors.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
Resting time is crucial for flavor development.
Swap red wine vinegar for apple cider or white vinegar to ensure no alcohol.
Adjust garlic, salt, or sweetener to taste.
Use within 2 weeks for best freshness.
- Prep Time: 10
- Category: LUNCH
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 5.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.8g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg