Description
This creamy lemon dressing is the perfect keto-friendly salad dressing, combining tangy lemon juice with rich mayonnaise and olive oil for a smooth, flavorful finish. Simple to prepare and packed with zesty freshness, it brightens up any salad while aligning with low-carb dietary preferences.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients. Gather all dressing ingredients including mayonnaise, freshly squeezed lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Chill the dressing. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dressing until ready to use. Allowing it to chill helps the flavors meld together for a more vibrant taste when served.
Notes
- For best flavor, prepare the dressing ahead of time to let the ingredients meld in the refrigerator.
- You can adjust the lemon juice to taste if you prefer a more or less tangy dressing.
- Store leftover dressing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
- This dressing pairs excellently with leafy green salads, grilled vegetables, or as a dip for fresh crudités.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
