Honey Dijon Vinaigrette

Elevate your salads with this quick and easy Honey Dijon Vinaigrette, a perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors. Crafted in just 5 minutes with wholesome ingredients like extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey, this homemade dressing is a game-changer for any fresh greens, roasted veggies, or grain bowls. The addition of minced garlic and freshly ground black pepper adds depth and vibrancy, while the simple whisking or mason jar-shaking technique creates a beautifully emulsified sauce. Make it ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to one week for effortless, flavorful meals. Perfect for healthy eating enthusiasts, this versatile vinaigrette is your go-to recipe for fresh, homemade dressings.

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1.5 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1.5 tablespoons honey
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 teaspoons kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

Peel and finely mince the garlic clove. You can also use a garlic press for a smoother consistency.

Step 2

In a small mixing bowl or a mason jar, combine the apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 3

Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking the mixture continuously to create an emulsified dressing. If using a mason jar, screw on the lid tightly and shake vigorously until well combined.

Step 4

Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or honey if needed to balance the flavors.

Step 5

Use immediately by drizzling over your favorite salad or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Shake or whisk before each use if separation occurs.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	223 grams (223.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1117

Total Fat 116.50g	149%
Saturated Fat 16.00g	80%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 817mg	36%
Total Carbohydrate 27.60g	10%
Dietary Fiber 0.30g	1%
Total Sugars 26.00g
Protein 0.40g	1%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 13mg	1%
Iron 0mg	2%
Potassium 68mg	1%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 90.3%

Protein: 0.1%

Carbs: 9.5%