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Honey Lemon Vinaigrette Salad Dressing

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This honey lemon vinaigrette is made with simple ingredients like fresh lemon juice, honey, and olive oil. It’s quick to make and adds bright flavor to any dish!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Marinade, Sauce
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice or lime juice
  • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup olive oil or half olive oil, half avocado or grapeseed oil
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme chopped
  • 1 tsp fresh oregano chopped

Equipment

  • 1 Small bowl or jar
  • 1 Whisk or Fork
  • 1 Measuring Spoons
  • 1 Cutting Board and Knife (if using fresh herbs)

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lemon juice and honey until smooth.
  2. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking to blend everything together.
  3. Stir in the fresh thyme and oregano, if using. Add salt and black pepper to taste.
  4. Taste and adjust—add more honey for sweetness, more lemon for tanginess, or extra salt if needed.
  5. Use immediately or store in the fridge for up to a week. Shake or stir before serving.

Notes

A Quick Tip on Honey

I love to use raw, local honey when I make this dressing. It has a clean, natural sweetness that blends smoothly and balances the tangy lemon without overpowering it. Some processed honey can taste overly sugary or artificial, so I try to stick with the good stuff. If my honey is too thick, I let it sit at room temperature or warm it slightly so it mixes easily.

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