Get ready to elevate your salad game with the most tantalizing, lip-smacking creamy lemon dressing that will make your taste buds dance with joy! This isn't just another boring salad topping – it's a flavor explosion that turns ordinary greens into a gourmet experience. Imagine a dressing so creamy, so perfectly balanced between tangy and sweet, that you'll want to drizzle it on everything from crisp vegetables to grilled proteins.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 5 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 cup
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by gathering all your ingredients: 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup of mayonnaise, the juice of 1 lemon, 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 minced garlic clove, and salt and pepper to taste.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt and mayonnaise. Use a whisk or a spoon to blend them together until smooth and creamy.
- Next, squeeze the juice from the lemon into the bowl. Be sure to remove any seeds that may fall into the mixture. The lemon juice will add a refreshing tang to your dressing.
- Add the tablespoon of honey to the bowl. This will provide a touch of sweetness to balance out the acidity of the lemon juice.
- Incorporate the minced garlic into the mixture. The garlic will give your dressing a nice depth of flavor.
- Season the dressing with salt and pepper to taste. Start with a small pinch of each and adjust according to your preference.
- Whisk all the ingredients together until the dressing is well combined and smooth. Make sure there are no lumps from the yogurt or mayonnaise.
- Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if necessary. You can add more honey for sweetness, more lemon juice for acidity, or more salt and pepper as needed.
- Once you are satisfied with the flavor, transfer the dressing to a clean jar or airtight container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Enjoy your creamy lemon salad dressing on fresh salads, as a dip for vegetables, or drizzled over grilled chicken or fish!
Tips
- Use fresh lemon juice: Always squeeze the lemon yourself for the brightest, most vibrant flavor. Bottled lemon juice just can't compare!
- Room temperature ingredients: Let your Greek yogurt and mayonnaise sit out for a few minutes before mixing to ensure a smoother, more homogeneous dressing.
- Garlic hack: For a milder garlic flavor, grate the garlic instead of mincing, or use a microplane to create a fine paste that distributes more evenly.
- Customize your consistency: If you prefer a thinner dressing, add a splash of water or milk. For a thicker dip, reduce the liquid or add more yogurt.
- Make ahead and let it rest: The flavors meld beautifully if you let the dressing sit in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
- Storage tip: Store in an airtight container and give it a quick whisk before each use to re-incorporate any separated ingredients.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 160kcal
Carbohydrates: 3g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 15mg
