Kitchen skills
A Simple Lemon Dressing Formula
Begin with about one part lemon juice to three parts oil, then adjust to your preference. Mustard adds flavor and helps the mixture stay combined.
What you need
- Lemon juice
- Olive oil
- Mustard
- Salt and pepper
Put it into practice
Shake in a closed jar or whisk while adding oil gradually. Taste on a leaf or a piece of vegetable rather than straight from the spoon.
The detail that makes a difference
Dress greens shortly before eating. Keep extra dressing in the refrigerator and shake again before using.
Make it work in your kitchen
Start with a small batch and taste as you go. Keep a note of the ingredients and proportions you prefer so you can repeat the result. For substitutions, consider texture and cooking time as well as flavor; a softer ingredient often needs less time than a firm one.
These are practical cooking guides, not laboratory-tested recipes. Cooking times vary with ingredients, equipment and portion size. Follow package instructions where applicable.