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    Maple Dijon Dressing

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    If you're looking for a quick and easy, flavorful salad dressing you can whip up in a few minutes, this maple dijon dressing will do nicely! Just three ingredients and it's oil-free! This recipe satisfies vegan, whole food plant-based, oil-free, nut-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and general lifestyles.

    A jar of maple dijon dressing next to a green and pink salad.

    This is one of those salad dressings that we enjoy regularly. Since the flavors go well with most plant-based foods, it is wonderful on any salad and especially great for grain salads and buddha bowls. It's light, fresh, and is tasty enough that it might help you eat more salad than you'd planned!

    If you're looking for a richer dressing, try my 5-Minute Tahini Balsamic Salad Dressing.

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    • Ingredients & Variations
    • Equipment
    • Instructions
    • Storage
    • FAQ
    • Related
    • Pairing
    • The Recipe
    • general food safety

    Ingredients & Variations

    There are only three ingredients in this recipe.

    Three ingredients for making maple dijon dressing: a lemon, mustard, and maple syrup.

    Maple syrup: Maple goes really well with mustard. Date syrup is a good sweet alternative, but will not have that maple flavor.

    Dijon mustard: Dijon has the right kind of bright flavor for this dressing. That said, you could use any mustard.

    Lemon juice: Fresh lemon juice is best; apple cider vinegar can be substituted.

    Want to mix it up a bit? Try adding the following:

    Hot sauce: Spice it up with a dash or two.

    Fresh herbs: Any you'd like can be minced and added to this dressing or directly to your salad.

    Too strong? Add some filtered water to soften the flavors.

    See recipe for quantities.

    Equipment

    Here are the tools you'll need for this recipe:

    A knife and cutting board for slicing the lemon in half.

    A juicer for extracting the juice from the lemon.

    A liquid measuring cup for measuring the lemon juice and combining the ingredients.

    Measuring spoons for measuring the other ingredients.

    A small sealed container if storing.

    Instructions

    It is so easy to make this recipe. No machines required!

    A lemon being juiced for maple dijon salad dressing.

    Juice the lemon.

    Lemon juice in a liquid measuring cup surrounded by ingredients for maple dijon dressing.

    Measure the juice in a liquid measuring cup.

    Mustard added to lemon juice for maple dijon salad dressing.

    Add the mustard and maple syrup.

    Maple syrup, lemon juice, and dijon mustard being whisked in a liquid measuring cup.

    Whisk and serve!

    Tip: Collecting and combining it all in a liquid measuring cup is efficient. If you don't have one, use a jar or small bowl instead.

    A small jar of maple dijon dressing above a green salad with dressing on it.

    Storage

    This dressing is best used the same day, since it contains fresh lemon juice. It can be stored sealed in the fridge for up to three days. It can be frozen in ice cube trays for up to 3 months.

    FAQ

    What is maple dijon dressing made of?

    Besides dijon mustard and maple syrup, contains a third ingredient that brings a fresh, bright flavor: lemon juice.

    What does dijon dressing taste like?

    Mustard is the primary flavor of this dressing, with maple syrup bringing a sweet counterpart and lemon juice a bright, fresh flavor. The three work well together and the flavor has a nice balance.

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    Pairing

    These recipes go well with this dressing:

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    The Recipe

    Maple dijon salad dressing in a small jar with a cork lid next to a green salad.

    Maple Dijon Dressing Recipe

    A quick and easy, flavorful salad dressing with just three ingredients and no oil required!
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    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: American
    Lifestyle: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 3
    Fiber: 0.27g
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    Equipment

    • small jar or other small container
    • measuring spoons

    Ingredients

    • ¼ cup lemon juice about one large lemon
    • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard heaping
    • 4 teaspoons maple syrup or date syrup

    Instructions

    • Juice the lemon and place the jar in a liquid measuring cup, jar, or small bowl.
    • Add the dijon mustard and maple syrup, then whisk until well combined.
    • Serve over salad, whole grains, beans, or anything you'd like!
    • Best served same day. Store any remaining in a sealed refrigerated container for up to three days.

    Notes

    If you find the flavor too strong, add a bit of filtered water to soften.
    Want it spicy? Add a dash or two of hot sauce.
    Any fresh herbs make a lovely addition.
    I don't find salt is needed due to the vibrancy of the mustard and lemon juice; you do you!
    Tried this recipe?I'd love to see! On Instagram, mention @beautifulingredient and tag #beautifulingredient!

    general food safety

    • Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
    • Do not use the same utensils on cooked food that previously touched raw meat
    • Wash hands and ingredients well before using
    • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
    • Never leave cooking food unattended
    • Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
    • Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

    See more guidelines at USDA.gov.

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