This bright, herby lemon thyme vinaigrette dressing comes together in just 5 minutes with a handful of everyday ingredients. It has so many uses that you'll want to keep a jar of it in the fridge all the time to brighten salads, vegetables, grain bowls, and more.
Recipe at a Glance: Lemon Thyme Salad Dressing
- DETAILS
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Preparation method: No-cook
- HIGHLIGHTS
- This easy homemade vinaigrette comes together in just 5 minutes and is made with simple, recognizable ingredients.
- Use it for salads, marinating, or to jazz up a simple grain bowl.
I like to think of this easy vinaigrette as sunshine in a jar. Its bright lemon flavor is guaranteed to boost any dish, even in the dead of winter. I love drizzling it over simple salads, like this grilled tuna salad, or tossing it with grilled or roasted vegetables, like grilled beets.
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Why This Recipe is a Great Everyday Staple
- It's an easy homemade condiment with only 5 ingredients and comes together in less than 5 minutes.
- The recipe scales easily, allowing you to make a big batch, or just as much as you need at once.
- It stores well so you can always have some on hand.
Ingredients and Substitutions
- Lemon juice--Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for best results.
- Vinegar--My preference is to use white wine vinegar here, but red wine or apple cider vinegar will also work.
- Thyme--Use fresh thyme for the lemon herb dressing. For an extra lemon boost, seek out lemon thyme.
How to Make Lemon Thyme Dressing
1. Combine the dressing ingredients in a small jar or lidded container.
2. Shake well to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Storage
Homemade dressing will keep for up to 1 week in the refrigerator. Store it in a sealed jar or container and shake well before using. You can freeze the vinaigrette for up to 3 months. Let it thaw overnight in the refrigerator before using.
Serving Suggestions
This lemon thyme dressing isn't just for salads, although it will certainly dress up a bowl of greens. Here are a few of my favorite ways to use it:
- Use it as a marinade for chicken or grilled salmon kabobs.
- Drizzle it over grilled vegetables or Blackstone asparagus.
- Stir it into your cooked rice or grains to give your grain bowl a flavor boost.
Tips and Troubleshooting
- The dressing can be made up to 1 week in advance. Store it in the fridge until you're ready to use it. It will separate as it sits, so shake well before using. If the dressing solidifies, let it sit at room temperature until it becomes liquid again, then shake well to combine.
- If you prefer a very tangy dressing, reduce the oil to 3 ½ tablespoons and increase the lemon juice to 1 ½ tablespoons. If you find the dressing too tart, add a teaspoon of honey or a big pinch of sugar.
- This dressing is suitable for gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan diets.
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Recipe
Lemon Thyme Vinaigrette
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 ½ tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves chopped
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a lidded jar or container, combine the lemon juice, vinegar, mustard, and thyme.
- Pour in the olive oil, secure the lid, and shake well to combine.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Notes
- Storage--The dressing can be made up to 1 week in advance. Store it in the fridge until you're ready to use it. It will separate as it sits, so shake well before using. If the dressing solidifies, let it sit at room temperature until it becomes liquid again, then shake well to combine.
- Adjust to taste--If you prefer a very tangy dressing, reduce the oil to 3 ½ tablespoons and increase the lemon juice to 1 ½ tablespoons. If you find the dressing too tart, add a teaspoon of honey or a big pinch of sugar.
- Dietary--This dressing is suitable for gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan diets.
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