How to Make Creamy Lemon Dressing - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to creating the perfect salad, the dressing can make or break the dish. A perfectly balanced dressing can elevate the flavors of the salad and tie everything together. One dressing that adds a refreshing and tangy flavor to any salad is a creamy lemon dressing. This versatile dressing is incredibly easy to make and pairs well with a wide variety of salads, making it a go-to for many home cooks and professional chefs.

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Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 4 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ½ cup sour cream

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Combine lemon juice, zest, garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Slowly whisk in olive oil until thickened. Whisk in sour cream until well combined. Transfer dressing to a sealable container.
  • Chill dressing in the refrigerator, 15 minutes to overnight.
  • Nutrition

    156 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 6mg
    • Sodium: 112mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 2g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 21mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 40mg