Honey Mustard Salad Dressing

There are many variations of this salad dressing. This should serve as a basic template.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Dijon-style mustard
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) honey
  • 3 tablespoons (45 ml) lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon (7.5 ml) salt
  • ½ teaspoon (7.5 ml) freshly-ground black pepper
  • ¾ cup 250 ml safflower oil
Honey Mustard Salad Dressing

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Procedure

  1. Combine the mustard, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  2. Gradually whisk the safflower oil into the mixture to form a creamy dressing.

Notes, tips, and variations

  • When whisking in a bowl on the counter, put a towel under it to keep it from spinning around.