Quick & Easy Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette (The Best 5-Minute Homemade Dressing)
This Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette is a bright, zesty, perfectly balanced homemade dressing that comes together in just 5 minutes. Fresh lemon, Dijon mustard, and honey create a naturally emulsified, creamy dressing perfect for salads, veggies, or marinades.
Equipment
- mason jar or resealable jar
- microplane (for zesting)
- lemon juicer
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 3 tsp liquid honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 tsp grainy Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Add all ingredients—olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, honey, Dijon, lemon zest, salt, and pepper—into a resealable jar.
- Seal tightly and shake vigorously for 30–60 seconds until fully emulsified and slightly cloudy.
- Taste and adjust—add honey for sweetness, salt for flavor, or more lemon for tartness.
- Use immediately or refrigerate up to 1 week. Shake before each use.
Notes
Shake vigorously to emulsify. Refrigeration will thicken the dressing—simply let it sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes before using.