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Lemon Vinaigrette

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Simple Lemon VinaigretteSara Bonisteel

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 3/4 cup

Ingredients

1/2 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced shallot
1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/2 teaspoon sugar

Preparation

  1. Whisk all ingredients in bowl to blend. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Chill. Bring to room temperature before using.)

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