Making your own salad dressings is not only easy, but it's also a great way to control the ingredients and ensure that you're getting a healthy product. This Rosemary and Garlic Lemon Vinaigrette is a delicious and healthful option that comes together quickly with just a few simple ingredients.
Simple to make
All you need is olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, and fresh rosemary. Simply combine all of the ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. The dressing will keep in the refrigerator for up to one week.
A Healthy and Flavorful dressing
Rosemary and Garlic Lemon Vinaigrette is a healthy and flavorful dressing that is perfect for salads, chicken, fish, or vegetables. To make the dressing, combine freshly squeezed lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, olive oil, honey, and chopped rosemary in a small bowl or jar. Season the dressing to taste with salt and pepper. For best results, let the dressing sit for at least 30 minutes before using, so the flavors have a chance to develop. When you're ready to use the dressing, simply whisk it (or shake it if using a jar) until combined. Drizzle the dressing over your favorite salad ingredients or use it as a marinade for chicken or fish.
Ingredients
- - ¼ cup of balsamic vinegar,
- - 1 tablespoon of lemon juice,
- - 1 teaspoon of minced garlic,
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup of extra virgin olive oil - - ½ teaspoon of chopped rosemary, and
- - ¼ teaspoon of salt in a small bowl.
Directions
To make it,
- - Mix balsamic vinegar, mustard, garlic, and lemon juice, in a jar with a lid.
- - Then, add olive oil to the mixture.
- - Close the jar tightly and shake it until the ingredients are mixed well and emulsified.
- - Store the vinaigrette in the fridge for up to two weeks.
- - When you're ready to use it, shake it well again and drizzle it over your favorite salad greens.
For best results, allow the dressing to sit for at least 30 minutes before using. This will give the flavors time to develop. Once you've tried this delicious dressing, you'll never go back to store-bought dressings again! The zesty flavor of the vinaigrette will brighten up any salad!
