Lemon Parmesan Vinaigrette
This vinaigrette is homemade and full of flavor with bursts of fresh lemon juice paired with the rich, nutty deliciousness of parmesan. Perfect for salads!
Equipment
- Blender
- Food processor (optional)
- Mason Jar for storage
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, unrefined
- 1/4 cup fresh, lemon juice (about 3/4 fresh lemons, juiced) - the more lemon juice, the more pronounced the flavor
- 2/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 to 3 cloves garlic
- 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper or to taste
- 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or to taste optional
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to blender.
- Blend until smooth. You should have a thick-like, semi-creamy consistency. The more cheese the creamier.
- Pour dressing into a mason jar or air-tight container.
- Chill for at least one hour before serving.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- If you want the lemon flavor to be pronounced, use more fresh lemon juice when preparing.
- If you want your dressing sweeter, add honey to your desired sweetness.
- Store refrigerated up to two weeks in an air-tight container.
- Feel free to add more parmesan to your container if you want more parmesan flavor.
- After you refrigerate, you will need to shake salad dressing before serving.
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