Homemade Honey Mustard Dressing
Honey mustard dressing must have the right balance: enough honey to soften the mustard, but not so much that the dressing becomes sugary. Dijon mustard gives it character, Greek yogurt adds tang, and mayonnaise provides a smooth, creamy texture. Acacia honey is particularly good because its delicate flavor does not overwhelm the other ingredients. Fresh garlic, parsley, and lemon juice keep everything lively. This is an easy dressing to adjust, so taste it carefully and let the balance—not an exact measurement—guide the final result.
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Recipe Ingredients
- ¾ cup Mayonnaise
- ¾ cup Plain Greek Yogurt
- 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard plus more to taste
- 3 tbsp Acacia Honey, plus more to taste
- 2 tsp Fresh Parsley finely chopped
- 1½ tsp Garlic finely chopped
- 1½ tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice plus more to taste
- ½ tsp Koshe rSalt plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper plus more to taste
Recipe Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and Greek yogurt until smooth.
- Add the Dijon mustard, honey, parsley, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix thoroughly until the honey and mustard are completely incorporated and the dressing is smooth and creamy.
- Taste the dressing. Add more Dijon if the mustard needs to be more present. Add a little more honey if the dressing is too sharp, but do not make it excessively sweet.
- Adjust the lemon juice, salt, and pepper. The lemon juice should brighten the dressing without making it sour.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. This gives the garlic time to release its flavor and allows the ingredients to marry.
Pro-Tips
Chef’s Notes
- Dijon mustard is important in this recipe because it provides both flavor and a smooth texture.
- Acacia honey is mild and delicate. If using a stronger honey, begin with slightly less and adjust after tasting.
- The dressing should be creamy but pourable. If necessary, thin it with a small amount of water or additional lemon juice.
- Refrigerate in a covered container and use within 7 to 10 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 121.39kcalCarbohydrates: 5.27gProtein: 1.58gFat: 10.61gSaturated Fat: 1.66gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6.28gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.42gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 6.5mgSodium: 218.1mgPotassium: 31.01mgFiber: 0.14gSugar: 4.89gVitamin A: 13.15IUVitamin C: 0.9mgCalcium: 17.94mgIron: 0.11mg