Dijon Vinaigrette

5 from 2 votes

This easy Dijon vinaigrette is a tangy, slightly sweet homemade salad dressing made with Dijon mustard, vinegar, lemon, honey, and olive oil in just 5 minutes.

Course condiment, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword dijon dressing recipe, dijon mustard dressing, dijon mustard salad dressing, dijon vinaigrette, vinaigrette dijon

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings tablespoons

Calories 78kcal

Author Blair Lonergan

Ingredients

3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (or substitute sherry vinegar, red wine vinegar, white wine vinegar, or champagne vinegar)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
For serving: salad greens of choice

Instructions

In a small bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together the vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper.
While whisking constantly, slowly stream in the olive oil until the dressing is smooth and emulsified. Alternatively, combine all of the ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid and shake vigorously until completely combined.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Drizzle over salad greens and toss to coat just before serving.

Notes

Apple cider vinegar is my favorite, but red wine vinegar, white wine vinegar, champagne vinegar, or sherry vinegar also work well.
Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the brightest flavor.
For a less-sweet dressing, reduce or omit the honey. Maple syrup also works as a substitute.
Add fresh garlic, minced shallot, lemon zest, or fresh herbs for extra flavor.
Taste the vinaigrette on a piece of lettuce before adjusting the seasoning. This gives you the best sense of how it will taste on the finished salad.
Store in a tightly sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Shake well before serving.

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