Lemon Herb Vinaigrette

Name: Lemon Herb Vinaigrette
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup olive oil; Juice and zest of 1 lemon; 2 tbsp chopped mixed fresh herbs (parsley, chives, basil); 1 tsp Dijon mustard; Salt and pepper, to taste

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The Story Behind It

The Tale of Lemon Herb Vinaigrette

Story updated September 18, 2026

Lemon herb vinaigrette follows the same classical French emulsified-dressing formula as vinaigrette generally, swapping vinegar for citrus, a common variation across Mediterranean cooking traditions rather than a dish with one documented origin.

Ingredients

Scale:· 8 servings

3/4 cup olive oil
Juice and zest of 1 lemon
2 tbsp chopped mixed fresh herbs (parsley, chives, basil)
1 tsp Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1Whisk lemon juice, zest, herbs, and mustard together.
2Slowly whisk in olive oil until emulsified.
3Season with salt and pepper.

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