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Lemon Vinaigrette

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I am always looking to pump up my boring salad routine. Not that my salads are boring, they are just boring to me. As in, I need some new ones to work into my menu plans.

This lemon vinaigrette is exactly what I was looking for. It reminds me of a dressing that I love from a restaurant in Chicago. This salad is the epitome of a salad. Crisp greens, crunchy cucumbers, sweet onions, briny olives, crunchy, perfectly seasoned croutons and the best creamy italian vinaigrette you have ever tasted.

I have always tried to recreate the recipe, but with very little luck. Finally, I think I have come close. As close as I am probably ever going to get, so I will take it!

This is perfect drizzled into a salad filled with goodies, or over simple, crisp greens. It would also be amazing drizzled over grilled vegetables too.

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Lemon Vinaigrette
Author: Heather
Recipe type: Dressing
Cuisine: Salads
Prep time:  40 mins
Total time:  40 mins
 
Ingredients
  • ¼ cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 tbsp dijon mustard
  • 1½ tsp oregano
  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp pepper
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ cup honey
  • ¾ cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
  1. Add all ingredients to glass jar or dressing cruet.
  2. Shake vigorously.
  3. Taste, and adjust seasonings as necessary.
  4. Refrigerate for 30 minutes and take out to come to room temperature again.
  5. You may skip this step if you are in a rush, but it really helps meld the flavors together.
  6. Serve over mixed greens, roasted vegetables or as a dip for raw veggies.
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I am a midwestern girl who grew up in the big city, but now enjoys her days as a stay at home mom in the suburbs. Who says spending time in the kitchen has to be boring? I hope to inspire your family kitchen with some new ideas, fun recipes and great tips.

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