SALAD DRESSING
Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette
Ingredients
2 Tbsp olive oil
4 Tbsp white wine vinegar
Juice of ½ Meyer lemon
1 shallot, finely chopped
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp honey
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Mint Lemon Vinaigrette
Directions
Combine 1 Tbsp finely chopped mint leaves with Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette dressing. Combine all ingredients together and refrigerate if not using immediately.
Herb Dressing
Ingredients
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 Tbsp fresh-squeezed lemon juice
1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tsp fresh basil
1 tsp fresh parsley
½ tsp sea salt
½ tsp fresh oregano
Directions
Use a blender to combine the oil, lemon juice, vinegars, basil, parsley, salt, and oregano. Blend for 1 minute or until the dressing emulsifies.
Avocado Dressing
Ingredients
1 avocado
1 Tbsp lemon juice
1 Tbsp white wine vinegar
1 tsp Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
Blend avocado pulp and remaining ingredients in a blender till smooth and creamy.
Basic Vinaigrette Dressing
Ingredients
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
½ tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp honey
1/8 tsp black pepper
½ tsp garlic or shallots
1 tsp honey
HELPFUL HINTS
You can substitute red, white, or sherry vinegar for balsamic vinegar. Add your favorite herbs as a variation. NOTE: When not in detox you can add 1 egg yolk to the recipe prior to tossing with your greens for a creamier dressing.