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By Neha Mathur
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on Jan 31, 2023, Updated Oct 02, 2023
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This Lemon Garlic Dressing is a breeze to make, and it can be used in many ways other than as a salad dressing. Make it using my super easy recipe.
Here are some more homemade salad dressing recipes: Sumac Vinaigrette, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Lemon Basil Vinaigrette, and Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette.
We eat salads often for dinner. To make them interesting, I keep changing the dressings. This lemon garlic salad dressing is my current favorite. I use this dressing for salads and in many other ways. I have mentioned them in the post below, so read along.
About Lemon Garlic Dressing
Lemon Garlic Dressing is a lemony and garlicky dressing that is versatile and easy to make.
It comes together in under 5 minutes using a few simple ingredients and can be used in many ways beyond just as a salad dressing.
This simple dressing recipe combines the strong zing of garlic, the tang of lemon, and the umami of mustard beautifully.
Since this dressing has raw garlic, storing it for a long time is not suggested. You can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Ingredients
Lemons – This recipe uses freshly squeezed lemon juice and lemon zest.
Zest the lemons using a zester and then juice them for maximum juice.
You can also replace lemon juice with lime juice. Just keep in mind that limes are tangier than lemons.
Garlic is the hero ingredient of this dish. If you love garlic, then this dressing is for you.
Oil – I made the dressing using extra virgin olive oil, but you can also use avocado, grapeseed, sunflower, or canola oil.
Others – You will also need yellow mustard, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper.
You can add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup for a sweet taste.
Yellow mustard can be replaced with Dijon mustard.
Adding some black poppy seeds will give it a nice crunch. Try it!
The store-bought dressing has a little xanthan gum added. This ingredient stabilizes the dressing and keeps the ingredients from separating. It is organic and harmless. Use ¼ teaspoon xanthan gum for the recipe below and shake well to combine.
How To Make Lemon Garlic Salad Dressing
Add the following ingredients to a glass jar with a tight-fitting lid.
- 2tsp minced garlic
- 2tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ½tsp lemon zest
- 4tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼tsp yellow mustard
- ¼tsp dried oregano
- ½tsp dried basil
- ½tsp salt
- ¼tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Secure the lid of the jar tightly.
Shake vigorously until the ingredients are blended well.
The lemon dressing is ready. Use as desired!
Pro Tips By Neha
When kept for some time, the oil separates from the dressing. So, make sure to shake it up nicely again before using it.
Instead of using fresh garlic, you can use roasted garlic too. The flavors will be more complex and delicious.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to zest a lemon?
Wash the lemon and wipe it well using paper tissues. Hold the lemon steady on a cutting board. Now grate the lemon peel using a microplane grater or a zesting tool, avoiding the white pith as it is bitter. Collect the zest and use it as desired.
Usage Suggestions
Lemon Garlic Dressing is a very versatile dressing and can be used in many ways.
Use the dressing over your favorite salad. I like it over my chopped vegetable, kale, and quinoa salad.
You can also use it to marinate the chicken, pork, beef, or shrimp before grilling them.
Use this lemony dressing over toasted sourdough bread slices.
Use it in place of oil to make sunny-side-up eggs or drizzle it over sliced boiled eggs.
Drizzle the dressing over grain bowls, pizzas, or flatbreads.
Toss it with cooked pasta, noodles, or rice.
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4.28 from 73 votes
Lemon Garlic Dressing Recipe
By: Neha Mathur
This Lemon Garlic Salad Dressing is a breeze to make and it can be used in a multitude of ways other than as a salad dressing. Make it using my super easy recipe.
Prep: 2 minutes mins
Cook: 2 minutes mins
Total: 4 minutes mins
Servings: 4 people
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Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon yellow mustard
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
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Instructions
Add all the ingredients to a glass jar with a tight-fitting lid.
Secure the lid of the jar tightly.
Shake vigorously until the ingredients are blended well.
The dressing is ready. Use as desired!
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Notes
Since this dressing has raw garlic, storing it for a long time is not suggested. Try to finish it within a day.
Nutrition
Calories: 127kcal, Fat: 14g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 294mg, Vitamin C: 3.5mg, Iron: 0.2mg
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