Honey Mustard Dressing

With only a trace of honey to sweeten the deal, this Honey Mustard Dressing is the good stability. Mustard hasn’t all the time been my favourite, however I’ve been pouring this on nearly every thing from hen nuggets, salads, and even used it to dip roasted greens!

pouring the light yellow salad dressing over a salad with chicken

My buddies, I’ve made a LOT of salad dressings through the years, however honey mustard is particular (I appreciated the mixture a lot I even made a honey Dijon vinaigrette). It actually does nail the stability between the candy honey and daring mustard. If you happen to’ve discovered it too candy or spicy earlier than, give this a attempt. And, since I’m making suggestions, you’re going to wish to put it on this crunchy spinach salad too. It’s fairly actually the salad I made to go together with this dressing.

Round my home, we’re unapologetically enthusiastic relating to selfmade dips, dressings, and sauces. I put my love of whisks to work, and my boys are glad to present me their suggestions.

Typically, that suggestions is expressed with phrases. Others, it’s merely the pace at which they devour it (or typically the pace at which they don’t. Not each recipe generally is a winner!). I first shared this dressing in 2012, and I’m thrilled to lastly be re-shooting the photographs and sharing it once more with you.

honey mustard dressing in small pitcher held over chicken salad

Elements and Substitutions

The Mayo – I take advantage of mayonnaise for the graceful base of this dressing. It contributes a little bit of richness. You may swap for a low-fat mayo should you’re involved about it, however I wouldn’t suggest substituting for Miracle Whip as a result of added sugar and tanginess (until you need it further candy).

The Mustards – Right here we use common yellow mustard and Dijon mustard.

Lemon – You’ll discover {that a} squeeze of lemon juice helps to brighten up the flavors with out making it style “bitter”. You should use store-bought lemon juice, however I actually suppose it’s price squeezing contemporary.

Honey – The opposite half of this traditional dressing’s identify! The honey on this dressing helps to stability the spicy/tangy mustard.

Notes on Tools

Measuring spoons. Over the previous 15 years, I’ve constructed up fairly the drawer full of assorted measuring cups and spoons, however I attain for these extra steadily than every other. I’ve an intense dislike of spoons that don’t truly match inside spice jars. And, that’s why this rectangular design has grow to be my hands-down favourite. (It additionally doesn’t damage that they’re fairly the discount!)
Measuring cups
Whisk
Mixing bowl. I completely love this stainless-steel mixing bowl. It’s a complete workhorse! It handles every thing from dressings to batters with ease. Metal doesn’t flinch at an prolonged beating, and the non-slip base retains it firmly in place. That’s the sort of engineering I can get behind.
Hermetic container or jar

close up of honey mustard dressing on a whisk

Make Honey Mustard Dressing

Juicing the Lemon: I first slice and juice the lemon.

Combining the Elements: Measure all substances right into a small bowl and whisk till totally mixed.

Chilling: You may cowl the blending bowl with saran wrap or switch the dressing to an hermetic jar. Then I simply let it chill within the fridge till I’m prepared to make use of it.

Skilled Tip

I’ve a confession to make. Typically, I know the knowledgeable tip, however nonetheless don’t all the time comply with it. And right here, the tip is tougher than it sounds. Be affected person. Whereas I recurrently drizzle the freshly whisked dressing over my lunch salad, I do must admit that it tastes even higher after chilling within the fridge for not less than an hour. A few of these substances have massive personalities (taking a look at YOU, mustard), they usually want time to mingle earlier than their personalities actually are in a position to shine.

Whisk Completely – It doesn’t take lengthy to whisk this dressing. However, you do have to be sure that all the substances are totally integrated. I take advantage of a spatula to scrape the perimeters of the bowl to ensure there are not any remaining ribbons of mayo or mustard.

Use an Hermetic Container – Consider it or not, it does make a distinction. If you happen to go away a dressing uncovered, you’ll find yourself with a drying layer on prime of the dressing that should be re-incorporated later. For dressings, my go-to alternative are mason jars with these leak-proof Ball jar lids. I’ve tried the cheaper ones, and these are nonetheless my favourite.

Alter to Style – After this has been chilling within the fridge, it’s price giving the dressing a style check earlier than you utilize it. If the flavors have fallen out of stability, then add what it wants. In case you have any particular questions, test the FAQ or ask me within the feedback!

dressing held over salad about to be poured

Serving Options

Whereas I like drizzling this dressing on the salad that I made for it, I even have been identified to make use of it with my copycat Applebee’s Asian chicken salad. And, you possibly can’t go fallacious utilizing it with this Southwestern steak salad or my shrimp avocado salad.

I’ve to confess that I take this dressing outdoors the salad lane fairly usually. These chicken cordon bleu egg rolls are fabulous dipped in it. And, I prefer to put it on the counter beside our contemporary vegetable field for a snack. Maintain a jar within the fridge and see the place it finally ends up.

Make Forward & Storage

Make Forward: Oh yeah. I make this dressing upfront after which use it through the week till it runs out. Simply be certain that to present it a shake after it’s been sitting within the fridge for a day or longer.

Retailer: You may simply retailer it in an hermetic container or jar within the fridge. Use inside 3 days for the perfect outcomes.

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Steadily Requested Questions

Assist! My dressing separated within the fridge.

No worries, this can be a frequent prevalence with selfmade dressings. Simply give it a shake or whisk it to recombine. Retailer-bought varieties don’t separate as a result of the producers add emulsifiers and stabilizers that forestall it from occurring.

Will vinegar work as a substitute of lemon juice?

In a pinch, you should utilize vinegar right here. The acid will nonetheless stability the opposite substances, and it’ll clean the consistency as a result of it’s a liquid. However, I don’t care as a lot for the flavour and suggest utilizing lemon if attainable.

What does this dressing pair effectively with?

My household actually loves pairing this dressing with breaded hen and the fresh spinach salad. It’ll make an excellent dipping sauce for greens, too!