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Easy Homemade Lemon Herb Vinaigrette

A bright and fresh dressing that makes any pile of greens taste wonderful.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 Global· July 14, 2026
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Prep
5 minutes
Cook
0 minutes
Total
5 minutes
Serves
4

There is nothing quite like a homemade dressing to make your salad feel special. This lemon herb vinaigrette is a staple in my kitchen because it goes with almost any combination of vegetables or proteins you have on hand.

I love how simple it is to whisk this together in just a few minutes. If you want to keep your salads fresh and exciting, this light and tangy recipe is the perfect place to start.

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic into a small bowl or a glass jar.

  2. 2

    Add the dried oregano, salt, and pepper to the liquid ingredients.

  3. 3

    Whisk the mixture vigorously with a fork or seal the jar tightly and shake it well until the dressing looks smooth and creamy.

  4. 4

    Taste the dressing and add a pinch more salt or pepper if you prefer, then serve it immediately over your favorite fresh greens.

💡 Tips

Store any leftover dressing in a sealed glass jar in the refrigerator for up to one week. The olive oil might solidify in the cold, so just let it sit on the counter for ten minutes and give it a good shake before using.

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