Lemony Dill Dressing
The perfect dressing for spring and summer, this dressing is bursting with citrusy goodness and the subtle sweetness of dill. The perfect complement to your salads, grilled vegetables, or even as a marinade for fish. I also love using this dressing over baby gem lettuce, crisp romaine, quinoa or couscous. Light, refreshing, and easy to make, it adds a touch of sunshine to any dish, making it a go-to for warm-weather meals.
I typically only use olive oil in my dressings and for cooking in general, however, I find that this dressing best highlights the flavors of the lemon and the dill when using a more neutral-tasting oil, like avocado oil. Steer clear of sunflower and canola oils as those are more prone to oxidation and are inflammatory. I also love cooking with avocado oil since it has one of the highest smoke points, making it a good choice for sauteing or roasting foods.
Health profile of avocado oil: Avocado oil is high in monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, which can help lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke.
It’s a good source of lutein, a carotenoid and antioxidant that’s naturally found in your eyes.
It’s also rich in fatty acids and nutrients that may benefit your skin. It’s a good source of vitamins A and E, which are linked to skin membrane health
Happy summer and buon appetito!
Lemony Dill Dressing
Servings: 6-8
INGREDIENTS
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1-3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1-2 teaspoons honey, more to taste
1 medium garlic clove, finely minced
½ teaspoon kosher or Redmonds salt
⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ cup mild-flavored oil, I use avocado
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill
PREPARATION
Whisk together the lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of the mustard, honey, garlic, salt and pepper until completely blended.
Add oil in a slow steady stream, whisking continuously until thick and creamy. Taste and add more mustard, if desired then whisk again.
Add dill and stir well.
Refrigerate until ready to use. Can be refrigerated for up to 4 days, for week-long delicious meals!