Honey Dijon dressing

A more elegant, grown-up version of 'Honey Mustard'. The piquancy of Dijon mustard and the sweetness of honey are a classic contrasting pair that attract each other in the kitchen. The emulsion (the union of oil and water-based ingredients) is created here mechanically by mixing, resulting in a creamy, mayonnaise-textured dressing without eggs.
🕒 Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 130 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Small bowl
  • Whisk

Allergen Information

⚠️ Mustard

Instructions

1

Mix the mustard and honey in a bowl until smooth.

Tip: It's important to mix the thick ingredients first.
2

Add the lemon juice, salt and pepper. Mix well.

Tip: Salt dissolves in the vinegar/lemon phase, not in oil.
3

While whisking continuously and quickly, drizzle in the olive oil in a thin stream.

Tip: The slower you add the oil and faster you mix, the creamier and whiter the emulsion will be (dispersing oil droplets).
4

Mix until you get a glossy, uniform sauce.

Tip: If not serving immediately, whisk again before serving.

Recipe FAQ

It turned out too sweet.
Add a little more lemon juice or vinegar.
The oil separated.
Vigorously whisk in a teaspoon of warm water, which helps restore the emulsion.

Ingredients

  • 50 g Dijon mustard
  • 30 g Honey (runny)
  • 20 ml Extra virgin olive oil
  • 10 ml Fresh lemon juice
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 pinch Freshly ground pepper