Lemon poppy seed vinaigrette
Certainly! Here's a recipe for a delicious Lemon Poppy Seed Vinaigrette:
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and honey or maple syrup until well combined.
2. Slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil while whisking continuously to emulsify the vinaigrette.
3. Add the poppy seeds to the mixture and whisk again to incorporate them into the dressing.
4. Season the dressing with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
5. Continue whisking until the vinaigrette is well blended and has a smooth consistency.
6. Taste the vinaigrette and adjust the flavors as needed, adding more lemon juice, sweetener, or poppy seeds if desired.
7. Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. If refrigerated, let it come to room temperature before using and give it a good shake or whisk.
This Lemon Poppy Seed Vinaigrette is perfect for drizzling over fruit salads, green salads, or grilled chicken. Enjoy the delightful combination of citrus and poppy seed flavors!