Easy Honey Dijon Vinaigrette Dressing Recipe (2024)

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This Honey Dijon Vinaigrette Dressing is super easy and ready in only five minutes. This dressing is great to incorporate into salads, wraps, veggies or as a marinade for meat!

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It is definitely not a secret by now that I am a massive fan of homemade dressings and spices. More often that not I only want/need a small amount for a recipe and hate buying a massive bottle at the grocery store. Enter this super easy dressing that yields about ½ cup and uses basic pantry ingredients.

I love how simple (ready in only five minutes, hello) and delicious this Easy Honey Dijon Vinaigrette Dressing recipe is, and all the ways it can be used. Personally, I love to use this honey mustard vinaigrette in salads, wraps, over top of veggies, or as a marinade for meats. I hope you love this homemade vinaigrette dressing and find a variety of uses for it in the kitchen! Although, if you need ideas I have included some great recipes to try the dressing out in.

Ingredient Notes

  • Olive Oil: I like to use plain regular olive oil and not extra virgin olive oil. Extra virgin olive oil has a bolder flavor and will come trough more, but if that is all you have it will still work fine.
  • Honey: If the dressing isn't sweet enough for you with just honey, you can use a small about of white sugar in addition. I add a tiny pinch at a time and taste as I go if I want to Honey Dijon Dressing to be on the sweeter side.

Why You'll LOVE This!
Super Simple: Little Prep Work & No Cooking Needed
Ready Fast in Only 5 Minutes

Versatile: Works Great with a Variety of Recipes or as a Marinade

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Instructions

  1. Measure out all dressing ingredients.
  2. Combine all ingredients in a mason jar (with a lid) or medium prep bowl.
  3. If using a mason jar secure the lid and shake the dressing until combined. If using the bowl method, use a whisk or fork to whisk the vinaigrette together until combine.
  4. Serve honey mustard vinaigrette with recipe of choice immediately, or store in the fridge.

Dressing Storage Instructions
This honey mustard vinaigrette dressing can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks. When ready to use the dressing make sure to give it a good shake/stir to incorporate the ingredients together. This is why I love using a mason jar for this homemade dressing, because it can be made then stored all in the same container.

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FAQS

Is honey mustard dressing good for you?

The vast majority of store-bought salad dressing are not that great for you. They are loaded with unnecessary fats, sugars a lot of preservatives. This is why I prefer to make my own from scratch because I can better control what goes in. Homemade dressing are more often a better for you alternative.

What is the difference between Dijon and regular mustard?

There is a difference in color with regular mustard being bright yellow and Dijon being more pale. Also, the texture of Dijon is creamier than regular yellow mustard. The taste of each is also different with Dijon being spicier.

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Pairing Ideas

I love using this homemade vinaigrette dressing for a variety of different recipes. I find that the best way to use this dressing is in salads, wraps, with veggies or as a marinade for meats (it works bomb with chicken and pork). These are just a few awesome recipes to try that use or can be used with this honey mustard vinaigrette.

Helpful Kitchen Tools
A Small Mason Jar with a Lid: Personally, I love using a mason jar for this homemade vinaigrette dressing recipe. I love that I can combine, prepare and store the dressing all in one jar.

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Easy Honey Dijon Vinaigrette Dressing

Caitlyn Erhardt

This easy Honey Dijon Vinaigrette Dressing is perfect for salads, wraps and veggies! This healthy vegetarian dressing comes together in only 5 minutes and requires no cooking.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 0 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Course Salad

Cuisine American

Servings 8 Servings

Calories 99 kcal

Ingredients

  • Cup Olive Oil
  • 3 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 3 tablespoon Honey
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper

Instructions

  • Measure out all ingredients then Combine in a small mason jar. Secure the lid tightly and shake to combine. Serve immediately with recipe of choice or store in the fridge.

Notes

  • Leftover Storage: Store leftover dressing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks. When ready to enjoy make sure to shake it first to combine ingredients.
  • Alternate Preparation: If you do not have a mason jar, you can combine the dressing ingredients in a small bowl and whisk to combine.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 99kcalCarbohydrates: 6.8gProtein: 0.1gFat: 8.5gSaturated Fat: 1.2gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 95mgPotassium: 14mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 6.5gCalcium: 3mgIron: 0mg

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  1. Carol

    Easy Honey Dijon Vinaigrette Dressing Recipe (19)
    Simple & tasty. I substituted lemon juice for 1 Tbsp of the apple cider vinegar for a brighter taste. Excellent on a chopped salad with garbanzos.

    Reply

    • Caitlyn Erhardt

      Love your swap and it sounds delicious!

      Reply

  2. Carolina De Sanchez

    Easy Honey Dijon Vinaigrette Dressing Recipe (20)
    YUMMY!

    Reply

  3. Jeannie

    LOVE this vinaigrette! I always make a triple batch and hope it lasts the whole week..its that good. I do make your recipe, but sometimes have changed it up using orange honey and hot honey.

    Reply

    • Caitlyn Erhardt

      Love the twists you have done with it!

      Reply

  4. Leah Schatzki

    Easy Honey Dijon Vinaigrette Dressing Recipe (21)
    I used 1/4 honey and 1/4 c apple cider vinegar. I used 1/8 tsp pink salt. It was delicious!

    Reply

    • Caitlyn Erhardt

      Glad the dressing turned out well for you!

      Reply

  5. Dee

    Perfect!

    Reply

  6. Kathy G

    Easy Honey Dijon Vinaigrette Dressing Recipe (22)
    Love this dressing! It's so good, I could almost drink it!
    As another said, I was at first concerned about salt/pepper measurement, but I made it as is and again, loved it. Thank you.

    Reply

    • Caitlyn Erhardt

      This is my go-to!

      Reply

  7. Therese

    Easy Honey Dijon Vinaigrette Dressing Recipe (23)
    I made this recipe and it tasted great! However I am wondering if the amount of salt and pepper was transposed. The recipe calls for " 1/4 tsp of salt and 1 tsp of pepper." I thought that 1 tsp of pepper would be way too much pepper so I used 1/4 tsp pepper and about 1/2 tsp salt.
    Will definitely make again.

    Reply

    • Caitlyn Erhardt

      Glad you enjoyed it and will be making it again!

      Reply

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FAQs

What is honey Dijon dressing made of? ›

Its smooth, lightly creamy texture comes from emulsified olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard, not mayo or Greek yogurt. You only need 5 ingredients to make it, and you can whisk it together in a snap. In the last few months, it's become one of my favorite dressings, and I think you're going to love it too!

What is the formula for vinaigrette dressing? ›

The French have decided that the perfect ratio for a vinaigrette is 3 parts oil to 1 part vinegar. For my personal taste, that's a little too oily — but it's totally up to you. My simple system is: In a small screw-top jar, place vinegar and a pinch of salt; cover and shake (this helps to dissolve the salt).

What are the ingredients in Skinny Girl honey Dijon dressing? ›

Water, Cider vinegar, Sugars (maltodextrin, honey), Dijon mustard (distilled vinegar, water, mustard seed, salt, white wine, citric acid, turmeric, tartaric acid, spices), Salt, Mustard seed, Cellulose gel, Mustard flour, Dried onion, Lemon juice concentrate, Xanthan gum, Dried garlic, Natural flavour, Cellulose gum, ...

Is honey mustard and honey mustard dressing the same thing? ›

The key distinction is that honey mustard, when used as a sauce or spread, typically has a mayonnaise base, while honey mustard dressing for salads is made with an oil base. The end result is a much thicker sauce for coating food or spreading on bread and a thinner dressing that is ideal for pouring.

Can I use honey Dijon instead of Dijon? ›

Honey mustard is a lovely sweet and tangy condiment that is a good alternative to Dijon mustard, especially in sauces and dressings. Honey mustard is typically an equal blend of honey and mustard, giving it a smoother and sweeter flavor than most mustards. You can use an equal amount of honey mustard in place of Dijon.

Is Dijon mustard just mayo and mustard? ›

Dijon mustard is made from brown mustard seeds and white wine. One of the crucial ingredients in traditional Dijon mustard is verjuice. This tart liquid gives Dijon mustard its characteristic flavor.

Which vinegar is best for vinaigrette? ›

In addition to white wine vinegar, red wine, sherry, balsamic and cider vinegars can all be used in the same quantities as above. It's really down to personal taste and it's great to have a selection of vinegars in your cupboard to give variety to even the simplest salads.

What is the simplest form of dressing? ›

Lets start with a vinaigrette. These are the lightest of all dressings. On the simplest level they're merely any kind of acid (think lemon, lime, vinegar etc.) whisked together with oil salt and pepper.

What is the least healthy salad dressing? ›

And at the top of that list? Caesar dressing. Made up of mayonnaise, cheese, salt and oil (and all too often, anchovies), Caesar tends to be one of the least healthy options out there. Those ingredients cause it to be high in both saturated fats and sodium.

What's better for you honey mustard or mayonnaise? ›

Mustard is healthier. However, if you need to be cautious about fiber or sugar or sodium, mayonnaise is a better choice - it has no fiber and roughly half as much sugar and sodium as mustard.

Does Chick-fil-A have honey mustard salad dressing? ›

This fat-free option of classic, sweet-n-tangy honey mustard dressing adds a zesty bite to any salad. Nutrition information is calculated using standard product formulations and incorporates multiple data sources.

Is Chick Fil A sauce honey mustard? ›

As the company tweeted out in 2012, the Chick-fil-A sauce is just a mixture of honey mustard, barbecue sauce, and ranch dressing. Yes, that's it. You can mix those three ingredients in your own kitchen anytime you have a craving and get the same sauce you thought only Chick-fil-A restaurants could provide.

What is Dijon sauce made of? ›

Dijon cream sauce is a simple sauce consisting of reduced heavy cream and mustard. It's a tasty sauce with chicken, beef, pork, fish, or even alongside or on top of vegetables.

What is honey Dijon Flavour? ›

Miss Vickie's® ; Honey Dijon flavour kettle cooked potato chips are crafted with the sweet taste of honey and the sophisticated flavour of dijon mustard for a perfectly balanced sweet and savoury snack experience. Buy now.

Is there a substitute for honey Dijon mustard? ›

Stone-ground mustard is the perfect substitute for Dijon in terms of similar taste and texture.

What is honey mustard salad dressing made of? ›

Key Ingredients

Mustard: This recipe uses creamy Dijon mustard, but whole grain or even regular yellow mustard will work. Honey: Balances the tanginess of the mustard. We love using local raw honey. Apple cider vinegar: It brings the honey and mustard together and transforms them into a show-stopping salad dressing.

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