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 topping. It’s quick to prepare and ideal for enhancing your salads with a zesty, creamy kick while keeping carbs low.
Ingredients
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For the Dressing
- 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 the base: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, freshly squeezed lemon juice, olive oil, and Dijon mustard. These ingredients form the creamy, tangy base for the dressing.
- Add seasonings: Sprinkle in the garlic powder, salt, and a pinch of black pepper. These add depth and balance to the flavor profile.
- Whisk thoroughly: Use a whisk to blend all the ingredients together until the dressing is smooth and well combined, ensuring an even flavor throughout.
- Refrigerate to blend flavors: Cover the dressing and refrigerate it as early as possible before serving. This resting time allows the flavors to meld beautifully, enhancing the tanginess and creaminess.
Notes
- For best results, prepare the dressing at least 30 minutes ahead of serving to let the flavors meld.
- This dressing is perfect for keto or low-carb diets.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste depending on your preference.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the brightest flavor.
- Store leftover dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0.3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0.4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
