This simple, homemade honey dijon vinaigrette recipe takes just minutes to make using pantry staples you likely already have on hand!
Every time I share a salad dressing recipe I wax poetic about the fact that my beautiful mom always made vinaigrettes from scratch and never bought store-bought dressing. Well, why stop now?
Mom – you are the best and I’m so glad you showed me at a young age how easy it is to whisk together a fast and easy homemade salad dressing on a busy weeknight!
This honey mustard vinaigrette is always a family favorite due to the sweet and tangy flavor combinations. Made with just five simple ingredients, the dressing is as simple as whisking together honey, dijon mustard, lemon juice, olive oil, and a little salt and pepper.
Pro Tip: Make a triple batch and keep the leftovers stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Not only does making you own dressing save money but you can control the quality of the ingredients. Win-Win.
Other popular options that I encourage you to check out would be my Lemon Garlic Dijon Vinaigrette or Lemon Tahini Salad Dressing.
How long does fresh salad dressing keep for?
You should be able to keep it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Substitutions:
People have asked about replacing the lemon juice with apple cider vinegar? I don’t suggest doing that as the apple cider vinegar would be too strong. I would use rice vinegar and use half the amount of lemon juice and add from there to taste. I also prefer using EVOO over regular olive oil.
Alternative Uses:
This dressing would be a great substitute as a honey mustard dip for chicken tenders or used as a dip for roasted sweet potatoes.
Your fork is waiting.
Honey Mustard Vinaigrette Salad Dressing
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 lemon juiced (about 1/4 cup)
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a resealable glass jar and shake well. Check for seasoning and adjust accordingly.
- Serve over salad greens immediately or store in an air-tight refrigerated container for up to 10 days.
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Chef's Notes:
How long does fresh salad dressing keep for?
You should be able to keep it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.Can you replace the lemon juice with apple cider vinegar?
I wouldn’t do that as the apple cider vinegar would be too strong. I would use rice vinegar and use half the amount of lemon juice and add from there to taste.Should I use regular olive oil or Extra Virgin Olive Oil?
I would use EVOOWhat else could this salad dressing be used for?
Could be used as a honey mustard dip for chicken tenders or used as a dip for roasted sweet potatoes.Nutrition:
To find the perfect Satisfying Salad Recipes to go with this dressing head over to Pinterest!
Beth
This sounds delicious and I plan to make it right away. How do you think avocado oil would work? That’s what I have on hand.
Liz DellaCroce
Yes that would be great!
Cyndi
Amazing flavor! Just made a double batch to go with dinner tonight and lunch later this week. Such amazing flavor, I really love the lemon juice as opposed to using only vinegar! Perfect t flavor. We diced up a clove of garlic and a few thin slices of shallots. Hit it with the emerson blender and called it golden!
Liz DellaCroce
I’m so glad you like it Cyndi!
Carolyn Burke
This is so delicious and very easy to make. Thank you so much for posting.
Liz DellaCroce
So glad you enjoyed!
Kirsten Stevens
How long would this last in the fridge if made a head of time?
Liz DellaCroce
At least 4-5 days!
Laura
5 stars from me! This is such a great recipe I have it posted on the side of my fridge all the time, I love it for many reasons. It is a good dip for chicken tenders, great dressing for green salads and it is great to serve as a dip with roasted sweet potatoes. This is a true winner, thank so much for posting it!! For those who love honey mustard dips for chicken and salad dressings you will especially like this one I predict. I usually double the recipe and keep extra in the fridge because I use it all the time.
Liz DellaCroce
I’m so happy you love it Laura!!! What a great idea to keep it posted near your fridge!
LIDya
Hey there, just wondering can you replace the lemon juice with apple cider vinegar?
Liz DellaCroce
I wouldn’t do that as the apple cider vinegar would be too strong. I would use rice vinegar and use half the amount of lemon juice and add from there to taste. :)
Dianne
THANK YOU! I love this – I was out of money and had to make salad dressing, found your recipe and I am soooo happy! Bless you and your mother ; )
Liz DellaCroce
Awww I’m with my mom right now and just shared your note with her!! So glad you found it! I have tons of salad dressing recipes – be sure to check them out!
Laura
This was by far the very best Honey Mustard Dressing I have made yet, I did add a little extra honey but everything else the same. Served it over a lettuce & kale salad with toasted pecans and feta cheese with some Rosemary chicken, perfect!
Liz DellaCroce
Oh I’m so glad you enjoyed it!!! I need to make it again!
Laura
I will be making it often, I have shared with my sister who I think will love it too ++++ I shared it on Twitter so you know I’m a fan..LOL!
Neelam Sablom
its such a simple delicious looking recipe…but do i use simple olive oil or Extra virgin olive oil..pls let me now
Liz DellaCroce
I would use extra virgin! Enjoy!
Kori
This has many of my favorite flavors! Lemon ev-er-y-thing, and mustard is such an incredible ingredient that can really transform a dish, in my opinion. I plan to make this asap and will keep extra on hand!
Liz DellaCroce
YES! I’m such a lemon everything person haha!! xo
Joanne Bruno
Honey mustard vinaigrette is my go-to salad dressing of choice when I’m ordering out! And to think I’ve never made it at home…SHAME ON ME. That’s changing NOW.
Liz DellaCroce
Girl that needs to change now!
Serena (Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch)
Homemade Dressings the best!
Liz DellaCroce
I completely agree friend!
Megan @ MegUnprocessed.com
I love this recipe! Can’t wait to try the dressing. Homemade dressings are so much healthier for you! i
Liz DellaCroce
I totally agree Megan! Thank you!
Tina Marie
This is my favorite dressing to make. I love to use it on Salads, but I also use it as a marinate for chicken prior to grilling – It’s so good!
Liz DellaCroce
So good and easy right?
Marina @ A Dancer's Live-It
Liz this looks awesome! I’m a HUGE fan of anything honey mustard and I already have all of these ingredients. Winning. My salad today is gonna be EPIC! :)
Liz DellaCroce
I am a mustard addict myself!! :)