Five Plus Two Lemon Herb Vinaigrette

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-05 · Updated 2026-04-05

Bright, tangy dressing made with 5 parts olive oil and 2 parts lemon juice, perfect for elevating simple greens or roasted vegetables. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 5 minutes pairs olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 5 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1/2 tsp honey
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 5 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/2 tsp honey, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until fully emulsified and smooth.
2. Step 2: Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more lemon juice for tang or honey for sweetness.
3. Step 3: Let the vinaigrette rest for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld before dressing greens or vegetables.