This quick & easy lemon dijon dressing combines lemon juice, mustard, oil, and maple syrup or honey for a simple and versatile dressing that will add flavor to salads, grains, arugula, and more.

easy lemon vinaigrette dressing in a glass mason jar with a spoon and fresh herbs

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“Made this for the first time and I will be making it again! It was bright and delicious. We used it as dressing on salad and I will be trying it as a marinade in the future. ”

– Randy
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This Maple Dijon Lemon Dressing is Bright and Delicious!

This vibrant lemon dijon vinaigrette dressing is so simple and will elevate anything from a classic arugula or kale salad, to a hearty quinoa bowl, to simple grilled salmon. The beauty of this dijon maple vinaigrette is that it comes together easily in a mason jar.  Shaking the ingredients together in a jar helps bring the dressing together, and cuts down on clean up, plus can be stored in the same jar reducing dishes even further.

Tip: It’s worth making your own dressings at home because you can adjust the flavors to your palette, and can control the quality of ingredients including the oil and added sugar.

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Ingredients & Tips

  • For the most juice, look for lemons that give a little when squeezed gently.
  • For maximum juice, gently roll the lemon on a countertop prior to squeezing. 
  • Be sure to look for a good quality Dijon mustard to give this dressing the best flavor.
  • Honey or maple syrup can be used interchangeably in this recipe. 
  • Use a good quality extra virgin olive oil if you have it for the best flavor. 

If using honey this recipe will not be vegan. Omit the maple syrup altogether for a Whole30 option.

small bowls with lemon slices and salt and other vinaigrette ingredients

Store Leftover Dressing

Covered and refrigerate any leftover homemade lemon dressing for up to 5 days. The vinaigrette may separate and look clumpy when refrigerated. This is because oil can solidify at cooler temperatures. To use, simply remove from the refrigerator, allow to come to room temperature, and shake well to recombine.

easy lemon vinaigrette dressing in a glass mason jar

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easy lemon vinaigrette dressing in a glass mason jar with a spoon and fresh herbs
5 stars (5 ratings)

Quick Lemon Maple Dijon Dressing

by Robyn Conley Downs
Servings: 7
Prep: 5 minutes
Total: 5 minutes
This quick & easy lemon dijon dressing combines lemon juice, mustard, oil, and maple syrup or honey for a simple and versatile dressing that will add flavor to salads, grains, arugula, and more.
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Ingredients

  • 1 small garlic clove, peeled
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • freshly ground pepper, to taste

Equipment

Instructions 

  • With the bottom of a glass jar or side of a knife, lightly crush the garlic clove.
  • To a 8-oz mason jar, add the crushed garlic clove, salt, mustard, and maple syrup or honey, using a fork or small whisk to combine.
  • Add the lemon juice, add the lid, and shake vigorously until the salt has dissolved and all the ingredients are combined.
  • Add the olive oil and pepper, add the lid, and shake vigorously until the vinaigrette has emulsified. Taste and add additional salt or pepper if desired. Remove the garlic clove and discard, or set aside for another use. Alternatively, keep the garlic clove in the jar to infuse the dressing with a stronger garlic flavor.
  • Store, refrigerated, for up to 5 days. To use, allow to come to room temperature, and shake well to recombine.

Notes

  • Makes 7 tablespoons (just over ⅓ cup), serving size one tablespoon
  • For a stronger garlic flavor, grate or finely mince the garlic and add in step 2.
  • Use maple syrup for a vegan option.
  • Omit honey or maple syrup for a Whole30 option. 
Course: Dressings & Sauces

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 102kcal, Carbohydrates: 3g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 10g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 8g, Sodium: 175mg, Potassium: 18mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 2g, Vitamin A: 1IU, Vitamin C: 4mg, Calcium: 5mg, Iron: 1mg
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