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Lemon Vinaigrette

Zesty Lemon Vinaigrette with a Ginger Kick for Fresh Salads

This Ginger-Infused Lemon Vinaigrette is a quick, gluten-free dressing that elevates your salads with vibrant citrus and warmth.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80

Ingredients
  

For the Vinaigrette Base
  • 2 medium Lemons juiced and zested
  • 1 clove Garlic finely grated
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Honey can substitute with maple syrup for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard can substitute with yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger can use fresh ginger for more spice
  • 1 pinch Black Pepper freshly ground
For the Oils
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil extra virgin recommended
  • 1/4 cup Neutral Oil e.g., canola or vegetable oil, optional

Equipment

  • Citrus juicer
  • Microplane
  • Whisk
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Ginger-Infused Lemon Vinaigrette
  1. Finely grate the zest of one lemon into a container and set it aside.
  2. Juice the zested lemon and an additional lemon until you have about 6 tablespoons of lemon juice, pouring it into the container with the zest.
  3. Add the grated garlic, kosher salt, honey, Dijon mustard, ground ginger, and black pepper to the lemon juice mixture and whisk until well combined.
  4. Slowly pour in the olive oil and neutral oil while whisking vigorously to emulsify the mixture.
  5. Transfer the vinaigrette to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to one week, shaking before use.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 210mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 8gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 1mg

Notes

Quality ingredients enhance flavor. Adjust sweetness with honey to balance tartness. Shake before serving as dressing may separate.

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