Everyday Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing

Meet your new go-to dressing! This Everyday Lemon Vinaigrette is bright, tangy, and perfectly balanced—ideal for salads, roasted veggies, or even as a marinade. It’s simple, fresh, and takes just minutes to whip up, bringing a burst of flavor to any meal! Gluten-free + Vegan.

How has it taken me so many years to share this Everyday Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing recipe? I can’t believe it either! It's full of zippy zesty flavor and is the perfect addition to almost any salad. It’s fresh, bright, and so simple to make—just whisk it together in minutes, and you’re good to go. Plus, it keeps well in the fridge for when you need it.

This vinaigrette isn’t just for salads, though—it’s a secret weapon for so many dishes! Its zesty lemon flavor takes roasted veggies to the next level, gives grain bowls a little extra oomph, and even adds a fresh kick to sandwiches + burgers. Once you’ve got this dressing in your fridge, you’ll be finding all sorts of excuses to drizzle it on everything!

What Does Everyday Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing Taste Like?

• Light + refreshing with a hint of lemony zest
• Garlicky and fresh thanks to the minced garlic
• Balanced with a smooth olive oil base
• Savory and well-seasoned
• Perfectly balanced between acidity and richness
• Versatile and great for salads, marinades, or dipping!

Ingredients For Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing

The great thing about this Italian dressing recipe is that it uses very simple ingredients that you probably already have at home!

DRESSING:

• Extra virgin olive oil. Feel free to use your favorite high-quality EVOO. My fave tried and trusted brand is California Olive Ranch.
• Garlic cloves. Freshly minced for the best flavor!
• Lemon. Freshly-squeezed.
• Dijon mustard. Adds a slight tang and a creamy texture that helps bring all the ingredients together.
• Warm water. Just a touch of warm water helps thin out the dressing to the perfect consistency for drizzling.
• Sea salt. Enhances all the flavors
• Black pepper. Adds a little heat and spice, rounding out the dressing’s flavor.
• Dried oregano. Adds a touch of earthiness.

How To Make Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing

All you need to do is add the extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, freshly squeezed lemon juice, Dijon mustard, warm water, sea salt, black pepper, and dried oregano to a bowl. Then, just whisk it all together until it magically transforms into a smooth, creamy, flavor-packed dressing. It’s that easy—and trust me, once you taste it, you’ll be drizzling it on everything!

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How To Use Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing

This dressing is super versatile and can be used in so many fun ways! Here are a few of my favorites:

• Drizzle it over fresh salads like a classic green or tomato salad.
• Toss it with pasta salad for a zesty kick.
• You can use it as a marinade for chicken, pork, or beef, or even tofu + tempeh for a tasty vegan twist! Just use about ½ cup of the dressing for every pound of protein to soak up all that delicious flavor.
• Brush it over veggies before roasting or grilling.
• Dip fresh bread or veggies in it as a snack.
• Mix it into grain bowls for extra flavor.
• Add it to sandwiches or wraps for a tangy touch.

Everyday Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing Q + A's

More Homemade Sauces + Dressings

Check out these mouthwatering sauce/dressing recipes that your whole family will love, especially after trying the delicious Everyday Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing recipe!

• Creamy Avocado Pesto Mayo Sauce
• The Best Homemade BBQ Sauce
• Roasted Garlic Olive Oil Dip
• Jalapeno Ranch Sauce
• Spicy Restaurant Style Salsa
• Vegan Ranch Dressing
• Creamy Chipotle Dressing

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Everyday Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing

November 25, 2024 •

By Shanika

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Meet your new go-to dressing! This Everyday Lemon Vinaigrette is bright, tangy, and perfectly balanced—ideal for salads, roasted veggies, or even as a marinade. It’s simple, fresh, and takes just minutes to whip up, bringing a burst of flavor to any meal! Gluten-free + Vegan.

Prep Time: 5 minutes mins

Total Time: 5 minutes mins

Serves: 1 cup

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Ingredients

DRESSING:

• 1 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 lemon, freshly-squeezed
• 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
• 1-2 Tbsps warm water
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano

Instructions

HOW TO MAKE THE DRESSING:

• Add the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, dijon mustard, water, salt, black pepper, and oregano and whisk until everything becomes smooth and creamy.
• Add dressing to your favorite mason jar or tightly sealed container and refrigerate for 7-10 days for optimal freshness. 
• Bon Appetit!

Nutrition

Calories: 1967kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 217g | Saturated Fat: 30g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 23g | Monounsaturated Fat: 158g | Sodium: 2499mg | Potassium: 237mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 63IU | Vitamin C: 59mg | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 3mg

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