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Cilantro Lemon Vinaigrette

August 5, 2015 by Danielle Green 31 Comments

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Cilantro Lemon Vinaigrette is a healthy homemade dressing with fresh cilantro, lemon juice, garlic, honey and champagne vinegar for a perfect salad dressing or fantastic marinade for meat. Cilantro Lemon Vinaigrette is a healthy homemade salad dressing with fresh cilantro, lemon juice, garlic, honey and champagne vinegar. #Vinaigrette #SaladDressing #Light #Healthy

 Cilantro Lemon Vinaigrette

This last weekend I traveled to Minneapolis for a studio lighting photography class. I have taken lots of other classes at the Minneapolis Photo Center and have been very impressed. These classes are my sole photography education apart from online tutorials.

I have had a small children’s portrait business for a few years now but I exclusively use natural light. While I love the look of the soft natural light, I felt it was time that I finally get a good grasp on studio lighting. I most likely won’t be using it for my business, but I would love to conquer it for personal projects and frankly for sheer pride’s sake.Cilantro Lemon Vinaigrette The class was great and I learned some new things as well as had the opportunity to reinforce the previous knowledge I had with practical experience. I am a hands on learner, so having the chance to practice what I read in a book is the best way for me remember and store the information. These are a few of my favorite shots from the day.

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One of my favorite parts of attending these classes has been the food. Of course. In the past they have served everything from homemade frittatas with gourmet salads to hummus spreads. I was expecting big things based on my past experiences, but sadly we ended up with burnt pizza and a basic salad with ranch dressing. They could have used some of this awesome Cilantro Lemon Vinaigrette to add a fun kick of flavor to the salad at the very least. 🙂

Cilantro Lemon Vinaigrette

5.0 from 3 reviews
Cilantro Lemon Vinaigrette
 
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Prep time
5 mins
Total time
5 mins
 
Cilantro Lemon Vinaigrette is a healthy homemade dressing with fresh cilantro, lemon juice, garlic, honey and champagne vinegar for a perfect salad dressing or fantastic marinade for meat.
Author: Danielle Green
Recipe type: Dressing
Serves: 1.5 cups
Ingredients
  • ⅓ c. olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp water.
  • 2 handfuls cilantro
  • juice of ½ lemon
  • 2 tsp. garlic, diced
  • ¼ tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 2 Tbsp champagne or red wine vinegar
Instructions
  1. Add all of the ingredients to a blender or a bowl with immersion blender. Puree until smooth and emulsified. Store refrigerated.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1/4 cup
Servings Per Container 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 114 Calories from Fat 108
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 96mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate 2g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Sugars 1g
Protein 0g 0%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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Comments

  1. Amber says

    February 16, 2016 at 3:12 pm

    This would be a good way to use up cilantro stems, since they taste the same as the leaves.

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  2. Lauren says

    June 10, 2016 at 9:10 pm

    Just curious, how long before the dressing goes bad and needs to be thrown out?
    Thanks!

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    • Sandi says

      June 13, 2016 at 1:21 pm

      It will be so good there won’t be any left! My guess is to use within a few days considering the fresh cilantro, but vinegar and lemon have some preserving properties. That said, you could start with a smaller batch so there aren’t any leftovers. I’m going to try it on pasta salad tonight. Thanks for a levels recipe and the bonus is that I have everything on hand!

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      • Danielle Green says

        June 13, 2016 at 1:26 pm

        Thanks Sandi! And you’re absolutely correct, you can certainly make a half batch very easily of something like this. It goes great with so many things though so it’s not hard to use up quickly.

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    • Danielle Green says

      June 13, 2016 at 1:25 pm

      I store this dressing in the refrigerator for atleast a week.

      Reply
  3. Adrian says

    June 14, 2016 at 9:52 pm

    Hi Danielle,
    Is 1/2 lemon or juice from 1/2 lemon.

    Thanks

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    • Danielle Green says

      June 14, 2016 at 9:53 pm

      Juice from half a lemon!

      Reply
  4. Brandy says

    September 19, 2016 at 1:46 pm

    Can I Substitute Red wine Vinegar with Balsamic Vinegar?

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    • Danielle Green says

      September 19, 2016 at 1:49 pm

      Balsamic vinegar is going to be a little stronger and has a distinct flavor that wouldn’t meld quite as well with this combo. If it is all you have, just use a little less, otherwise a white wine vinegar would also work great.

      Reply
  5. Janet says

    October 10, 2016 at 8:51 pm

    I made this and used it as a marinade for chicken. DELICIOUS! Thank you 😊

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    • Danielle Green says

      October 11, 2016 at 7:58 am

      That sounds like a fantastic way to use it! I’m glad you enjoyed it.

      Reply
  6. Alison says

    January 6, 2017 at 6:30 pm

    How about apple cider vinegar in place of the rwv?

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    • Danielle Green says

      January 6, 2017 at 6:55 pm

      Apple cidar vinegar is much stronger so it will have a different taste. If it’s all you have, you could use it but just use less or add more honey.

      Reply
  7. Anna says

    January 26, 2017 at 4:16 pm

    This was very good, it will be a summer staple! I bet you could use basil instead of cilantro too.

    I made verde chicken enchiladas with a side choppedish salad and this was a perfect dressing. It will be my go to for every salad I pair with Mexican food from now on

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    • Danielle Green says

      January 26, 2017 at 4:19 pm

      Thanks so much Anna!

      Reply
  8. Becky says

    March 26, 2017 at 9:56 pm

    I can’t get enough of this. I added a small avocado to this dressing and it took it over the TOP. Thanks fo sharing. I also made Lentil patties and used it for mayonnaise. Oh My, Oh My. Hello My New Love. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Danielle Green says

      March 26, 2017 at 10:11 pm

      Ooooo I love the idea of adding avocado! I am going to have to try that. I’m happy to hear you have been loving it!

      Reply
  9. Aga KRUK says

    May 14, 2017 at 9:12 am

    I’ve made it today for lunch. I subbed lime for lemon and used only 1TBS red wine vin. It came out terrific. I like simple dressing, and don’t feel good after those that have too much ingredients. Thank you.

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  10. Rachel says

    May 24, 2017 at 11:48 am

    Does this really need the vinegar?

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    • Danielle Green says

      May 24, 2017 at 11:50 am

      Yes, the vinegar and honey balance each other to create an essential flavor for the dressing.

      Reply
  11. Kylie Graham says

    June 7, 2017 at 8:24 am

    Can this be frozen and stored to be used longer? For how long?

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    • Danielle Green says

      June 7, 2017 at 9:35 am

      I have never tried to freeze it. I imagine it would freeze fine though given the ingredients.

      Reply
  12. Keona says

    July 24, 2017 at 12:01 pm

    Can you sub the red wine vinegar for rice vinegar? That’s all i have on hand.

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    • Danielle Green says

      August 30, 2017 at 12:37 pm

      Yes, that should work fine!

      Reply
  13. Linda says

    August 3, 2017 at 12:33 pm

    Loved this vinaigrette. I followed the recipe exactly and have decided to cut back on the water next time. Maybe only 1 T instead of 2. Thanks for sharing!

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    • Danielle Green says

      August 30, 2017 at 12:39 pm

      Happy to hear you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  14. Kristina says

    August 26, 2017 at 10:41 pm

    Hello, does anyone know the calorie, carb content from this amazing dressing?? Thank you

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    • Danielle Green says

      August 30, 2017 at 12:59 pm

      I just updated the recipe with the nutritional information!

      Reply
  15. Vanessa says

    February 27, 2018 at 9:50 pm

    I follow a ketogenic, sugar free diet. I can’t have honey, agave nectar, or anything like that. Can i use a granulated or powdered sugar substitute in place of the honey? Or maybe you have another recommendation? Thanks

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    • Danielle Green says

      February 27, 2018 at 10:35 pm

      You can try, but I’m not certain how good it will taste. The balance of a sweetener like honey with the vinegar is what really adds to the depth of flavor.

      Reply

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