- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional for a touch of sweetness)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Whisk base ingredients – Combine lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (optional), and minced garlic until smooth.Add oil slowly – Drizzle in olive oil while whisking to emulsify the dressing.Season – Add salt and pepper, then adjust flavor with more lemon juice, honey, or oil if needed.Store – Keep in a sealed jar in the fridge for 5–7 days, shaking before use.
