Description
A fresh and flavorful basil salad dressing that enhances any salad with its vibrant taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Wash and dry the basil leaves.
- Combine basil, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, honey, salt, and pepper in a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Pour over your favorite salad and toss to coat.
Notes
- Store leftover dressing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For a creamier texture, add 1 tablespoon of Greek yogurt.
- Use as a marinade for grilled chicken or fish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad Dressing
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: basil, salad dressing, fresh, homemade, healthy