Best 10 Lemon Herb Vinaigrette Recipes

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Lemon herb vinaigrette is a classic salad dressing that is both refreshing and versatile. Made with a combination of fresh lemon juice, herbs, and olive oil, this light and tangy dressing can elevate any salad to new heights. Whether you prefer a simple vinaigrette or one with a more complex flavor profile, there are endless variations of lemon herb vinaigrette to explore. With its bright citrus flavor and aromatic herbs, lemon herb vinaigrette is a perfect way to add a burst of freshness to your next salad.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON HERB VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Amanda Hesser

Categories     condiments

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup lemon juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 large shallot, minced
Kosher salt and ground black pepper
2/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped tarragon
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1 tablespoon chopped basil
1 tablespoon thinly sliced chives
3 teaspoons capers

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine lemon juice, mustard and shallots. Season with salt and pepper. Slowly add olive oil, whisking to emulsify. Stir in tarragon, parsley, basil, chives and capers. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve with poached bass.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 228, UnsaturatedFat 20 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 123 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

HERB VINAIGRETTE



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This lemon-and-herb vinaigrette gets a touch of sweetness from honey and works beautifully with almost any salad.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs
1 tablespoon honey
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Whisk together the lemon juice, herbs, honey and a generous pinch of salt in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in the oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream to make a smooth, slightly thick dressing. Whisk in a couple of turns of freshly ground black pepper.

LEMON VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     condiment

Time 5m

Yield 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 3

1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 cup good olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.

LEMON-HERB VINAIGRETTE



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Fresh lemon zest and juice team up with fresh basil to give this easy vinaigrette aromatic appeal.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 5m

Yield 6 servings, about 2 Tbsp. each

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup LEA & PERRINS Worcestershire Sauce
1 Tbsp. honey
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil
zest and juice from 1/2 lemon
1/8 tsp. ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk ingredients until blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 130 mg, Carbohydrate 5 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 5 g, Protein 0 g

THE BEST LEMON VINAIGRETTE



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This is one of my favorite salad dressings. It works for a simple salad or with crispy Parmesan chicken with a cool salad on top.

Provided by lukeder101

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Whisk red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, oregano, garlic, salt, and black pepper together in a small bowl. Slowly stream olive oil into the vinegar mixture while whisking briskly. Beat lemon juice into the mixture.
  • Pour dressing into a sealable jar or bottle, seal, and shake until emulsified.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.6 calories, Carbohydrate 1.9 g, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 214.2 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

LEMON VINAIGRETTE



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Versatile and delicious, this lemon vinaigrette is a favorite among homemade salad dressings. The fresh lemon flavor brightens up simple green salads as a dressing but it's also a lively addition to fresh steamed vegetables, like broccoli, green beans or cauliflower. -Sarah Farmer, Taste of Home Culinary Director

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 5m

Yield 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together first 4 ingredients. Slowly add olive oil while whisking constantly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Fat 20g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 208mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

LEMON-GARLIC VINAIGRETTE



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Use this recipe when making our Green Bean, Shell Bean, and Sweet Onion Fattoush.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

Juice of 2 lemons, plus grated zest of 1 lemon
2 garlic cloves, crushed
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, and garlic; season with salt. Whisking constantly, pour in oil in a slow, steady stream and whisk until emulsified. Season with pepper. Let stand 15 minutes; remove and discard garlic before serving.

HERB FLOUNDER WITH LEMON VINAIGRETTE



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Make and share this Herb Flounder With Lemon Vinaigrette recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 17m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
2 lbs flounder or 2 lbs tilapia fillets
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 lemons, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice, fresh
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine first 6 ingredients; sprinkle evenly over both sides of fillets.
  • Arrange fish on a lightly greased rack in a broiler pan.
  • Sprinkle evenly with garlic. Arrange lemon slices over fish.
  • Broil 6 inches from heat 10 to 12 minutes or until fish flakes with a fork.
  • Drizzle with Lemon Vinaigrette.
  • To Make Vinaigrette:.
  • Whisk together all ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.6, Fat 12.1, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 68.2, Sodium 934, Carbohydrate 3.1, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 0.6, Protein 19.2

LEMON-HERB DRESSING



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Shake things up with a versatile blend of fresh herbs and bright flavors that you make in a jar.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Yield Makes 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 teaspoons grated lemon zest plus 1/4 cup lemon juice (from 2 lemons)
2 teaspoons honey
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons chopped fresh tarragon
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium jar with a tight-fitting lid, place lemon zest plus juice, honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, chives, parsley, and tarragon. Season with salt and pepper, tighten lid, and shake to combine. To store, refrigerate, up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 2 g

LEMON VINAIGRETTE



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This recipe was created by chef Dan Barber of Blue Hill restaurant in New York City and Blue Hill at Stone Barns in Pocantico Hills, New York. It's part of a special menu he created for Epicurious's [Wine.Dine.Donate program](/articlesguides/entertaining/winedinedonate) and is used in his [Summer Salad](/recipes/food/views/238787). The recipe makes more than enough lemon oil, but it stores well in the refrigerator and can be served with fish or used to flavor dips.

Provided by Dan Barber

Yield Makes 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups canola oil
2 large (2- by 1/2-inch) strips lemon peel (from 1/2 medium lemon)
10 sprigs lemon thyme, left whole
1 stalk lemongrass, tough outer layers removed and bottom 4 inches roughly chopped
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 1 1/2 medium lemons)
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • In medium heavy saucepan over very low heat, combine oil, lemon peel, lemon thyme, and lemongrass. Cook, uncovered, until aromatic, about 1 hour. Do not let oil boil. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature. Strain through fine-mesh sieve into medium heatproof container and refrigerate until cool, about 1 hour. (Oil can be refrigerated, in airtight container, up to 5 days).
  • In medium bowl, whisk together lemon juice, mustard, salt, and pepper. Slowly whisk in 1/4 cup lemon oil, then olive oil. (Vinaigrette can be made up to 3 hours ahead and chilled, covered. Bring to room temperature and stir before serving.)

Tips:

  • Select the right type of oil: Not all oils are created equal when it comes to vinaigrettes. Some oils, like olive oil, have a strong flavor that can overpower the other ingredients in the dressing. Others, like canola or grapeseed oil, have a more neutral flavor that allows the other ingredients to shine through.
  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs add a burst of flavor to vinaigrettes. Some popular herbs to use include basil, chives, cilantro, dill, mint, oregano, parsley, rosemary, tarragon, and thyme.
  • Balance the flavors: A good vinaigrette should have a balance of flavors, including sweet, sour, salty, and bitter. Sweetness can come from honey, sugar, or fruit. Sourness can come from vinegar, lemon juice, or lime juice. Saltiness can come from salt or soy sauce. Bitterness can come from arugula, radicchio, or mustard.
  • Emulsify the dressing: Emulsifying the dressing means whisking it together until the oil and vinegar are combined and form a smooth, creamy mixture. This will help the dressing to cling to the salad greens.
  • Use the right amount of dressing: Too much dressing can weigh down the salad and make it unappetizing. A good rule of thumb is to use about 2 tablespoons of dressing for every cup of salad greens.

Conclusion:

Lemon herb vinaigrette is a versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of salads, from simple green salads to more complex salads with grilled chicken, fish, or vegetables. It is also a great way to use up fresh herbs from your garden. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious and healthy lemon herb vinaigrette that will elevate your salads to the next level.

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