This Lemon Dijon Dressing is bright, fresh, and incredibly easy to make! With just a handful of simple ingredients like lemon juice, olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard, you’ll have a vibrant dressing ready in minutes.
Perfect for salads, marinades, or drizzling over roasted veggies, this versatile dressing will instantly elevate any dish.
❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Ready in 5 minutes – quicker than store-bought
- Fresh & flavorful – zesty lemon + tangy Dijon
- Versatile – great for salads, chicken, pasta, and more
- Simple ingredients – pantry staples only
- Customizable – adjust sweetness and tang to taste
🛒 Ingredients
- ½ cup olive oil
- ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp lemon zest
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tbsp honey
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼–½ tsp salt (to taste)
- 1 tsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
👨🍳 Instructions
- Combine ingredients
Add all ingredients to a small bowl or measuring cup. - Whisk together
Whisk until fully combined and emulsified. - Adjust to taste
Taste and adjust salt, sweetness, or Dijon level as desired. - Serve or chill
Use immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
💡 Tips
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor
- Start with less Dijon and adjust to your preference
- Blend the dressing for a smoother texture
- Swap honey with maple syrup for a vegan option
- Add fresh herbs like basil or thyme for extra flavor
🍽️ How to Use
- Toss with green salads
- Drizzle over roasted vegetables
- Use as a marinade for chicken or fish
- Mix into pasta salads
- Spoon over grain bowls
🧊 Storage
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 5–7 days
- Shake or whisk before using
- Freezing is not recommended (texture may change)