Creamy Lemon Dijon Dressing
A simple salad dressing that’s light, creamy, and rounded out with a lovely and lemony acidity, you’re going to want to put Creamy Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette on everything from garden to pasta to potato salads.
Servings: 10 servings (Makes 1.25 cups)
Calories: 164kcal
Equipment
- 1 Blender
Ingredients
- ¼ cup lemon juice (plus 2 teaspoons)
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 4 teaspoons mayo
- 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- ¾ cup canola oil
- ½ teaspoon granulated sugar
- ½-1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½-1 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
- ½-1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Add all ingredients except for the canola oil to a blender and blend for 15 seconds.
- Slowly drizzle in the canola oil, keeping the blender running the entire time. Taste and add more salt, if desired.
- Refrigerate until ready for use.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before using.
Notes
*Nutrition information is approximate and was calculated using an online nutrition calculator.
Store the dressing in a lidded container (like a Mason jar) in the refrigerator. Shake well before using. For best results, use within 7 days.
Use the freshest ingredients available, and don’t be lazy and skip adding that lemon zest; it really makes this dressing pop.
Nutrition
Calories: 164kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 149mg | Potassium: 18mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 48IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 0.2mg