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Classic Mediterranean Salad Dressing 

This Mediterranean Salad Dressing is made with olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, red wine vinegar, and oregano. Just add everything to a jar and shake! It's ready in 5 minutes and perfect for salads, grain bowls, and more.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: condiment
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Diet: Vegetarian
Skill Level: Beginner
Servings: 6
Author: Rena Awada

Ingredients

  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 2 garlic cloves finely minced or grated
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Optional

  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup for a touch of sweetness

Instructions

  • First, add all the dressing ingredients to a jar with a lid. (½ cup extra virgin olive oil, ¼ cup fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, 2 garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper) - Optional: 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup for a touch of sweetness.
    salad dressing ingredients placed in a jar.
  • Secure the lid and shake well until everything is combined.
    shaking salad dressing in a jar.
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning, lemon juice, or vinegar to your liking.
  • Drizzle over your favorite salad. Refrigerate any leftovers and shake well before serving again.
    spooning some salad dressing from the jar.

Notes

  • Yield: Approximately ¾ to 1 cup Dressing (12 tablespoons)
  • Serving size: Approximately 2-2½ tablespoons, depending on final yield
  • Lemon juice: Freshly squeezed lemon juice gives the dressing the best flavor.
  • Sweetness: Add a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup if you prefer a less tangy dressing.
  • Mustard: Dijon mustard helps the dressing blend together, but it's normal for it to separate after sitting.
  • Storage: Refrigerate in a sealed jar for up to 4 days because the dressing contains fresh garlic.
  • Before serving: Olive oil may thicken when refrigerated. Let it sit at room temperature for 10-20 minutes, then shake well.
  • Serving size: Measure the finished dressing and divide by 6 for the most accurate serving size.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 165kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Sodium: 204mg | Potassium: 22mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.3mg