Honey Mustard Dressing

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

pouring the light yellow salad dressing over a salad with chicken

My associates, I’ve made a LOT of salad dressings over time, however honey mustard is particular (I preferred the mix a lot I even made a honey Dijon vinaigrette). It actually does nail the steadiness 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 need 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 with regards to do-it-yourself dips, dressings, and sauces. I put my love of whisks to work, and my boys are joyful to provide me their suggestions.

Typically, that suggestions is expressed with phrases. Others, it’s merely the velocity at which they devour it (or typically the velocity 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 pictures and sharing it once more with you.

honey mustard dressing in small pitcher held over chicken salad

Components and Substitutions

The Mayo – I take advantage of mayonnaise for the graceful base of this dressing. It contributes a little bit of richness. You possibly can swap for a low-fat mayo for those who’re involved about it, however I wouldn’t advocate substituting for Miracle Whip because of the added sugar and tanginess (except you need it additional 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 need to use store-bought lemon juice, however I actually suppose it’s price squeezing contemporary.

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

Notes on Gear

Measuring spoons. Over the previous 15 years, I’ve constructed up fairly the drawer full of varied measuring cups and spoons, however I attain for these extra regularly than another. I’ve an intense dislike of spoons that don’t truly match within spice jars. And, that’s why this rectangular design has turn into my hands-down favourite. (It additionally doesn’t harm 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 form of engineering I can get behind.
Hermetic container or jar

close up of honey mustard dressing on a whisk

Easy methods to Make Honey Mustard Dressing

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

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

Chilling: You possibly can 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.

Professional Tip

I’ve a confession to make. Typically, I know the professional tip, however nonetheless don’t at all times observe it. And right here, the tip is tougher than it sounds. Be affected person. Whereas I commonly drizzle the freshly whisked dressing over my lunch salad, I do need to admit that it tastes even higher after chilling within the fridge for at the least 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 capable of shine.

Whisk Completely – It doesn’t take lengthy to whisk this dressing. However, you do must be sure that the entire substances are totally integrated. I take advantage of a spatula to scrape the edges 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 must 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.

Modify to Style – After this has been chilling within the fridge, it’s price giving the dressing a style take a look at earlier than you utilize it. If the flavors have fallen out of steadiness, then add what it wants. You probably have any particular questions, verify the FAQ or ask me within the feedback!

dressing held over salad about to be poured

Serving Strategies

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

I’ve to confess that I take this dressing exterior the salad lane fairly usually. These chicken cordon bleu egg rolls are fabulous dipped in it. And, I wish 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 prematurely after which use it throughout the week till it runs out. Simply ensure that to provide it a shake after it’s been sitting within the fridge for a day or longer.

Easy methods to Retailer: You possibly can simply retailer it in an hermetic container or jar within the fridge. Use inside 3 days for one of the best outcomes.

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Ceaselessly Requested Questions

Assist! My dressing separated within the fridge.

No worries, it is a frequent prevalence with do-it-yourself 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 use vinegar right here. The acid will nonetheless steadiness 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 advocate utilizing lemon if attainable.

What does this dressing pair properly with?

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