Anti-Inflammation Garlic-Lemon Vinaigrette
This zesty garlic-lemon vinaigrette offers anti-inflammatory benefits and enhances your salads and dishes with fresh flavor.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 clove garlic clove minced into a fine paste
- 1/4 tsp Kosher salt plus more to taste
- 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard or more as needed
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard for additional flavor
- 1/4 cup lemon juice plus more as needed
- 1/2 cup organic extra-virgin olive oil or canola oil
- to taste Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by mincing the garlic clove into a fine paste using a knife or a mortar and pestle.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the garlic paste, kosher salt, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Whisk these ingredients together until well blended.
- Slowly pour in the olive oil while whisking to emulsify the mixture and create the vinaigrette texture. Taste it and adjust with more salt, lemon juice, or mustard, according to your liking.
- Transfer the vinaigrette to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
Feel free to add fresh herbs like basil or parsley for extra flavor. You can vary the mustard type for different taste profiles. Adjust the garlic amount based on preference; roasted garlic can also be a great alternative.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 80kcalProtein: 0.1gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 50mg