• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Home
  • Recipes
    • Easy Dinner Recipes
    • Delicious Dessert Recipes
    • Sweet Baked Goods
    • Instant Pot & Air Fryer Recipes
      • Instant Pot Recipes
      • Air Fryer Recipes
    • Homemade Syrups, Condiments, Sauces, etc.
  • Cocktails
    • Gin
    • Vodka
    • Tequila
    • Whiskey/Bourbon
    • Brandy/Pisco
  • Holiday Recipes
    • Christmas
    • Thanksgiving
    • Halloween Recipes
    • Patriotic Recipes
    • Valentine's Day Recipes
    • Easter Recipes
    • St. Patrick's Day Recipes
  • Easy recipes, cocktail inspiration, and a little bit of fun!
  • Subscribe
  • Recipe Index

EmilyFabulous

menu icon
go to homepage
subscribe
search icon
Homepage link
  • Recipes
  • About Me
  • Subscribe
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • ×

    Home » Recipes

    Lemon Herb Salad Dressing

    Published: Feb 1, 2022 · Modified: Jun 20, 2022 by Emily · This post may contain affiliate links · 44 Comments

    A quick and easy Greek Lemon Herb Salad Dressing for pasta salad, salad, sandwiches, and more! You can make this dressing in under 10 minutes and have a healthy and delicious condiment for any meal.

    greek lemon salad dressing in a small glass container
    Jump to Recipe

    Making your own salad dressing at home is so easy and almost always tastes better than store-bought. This Lemon Herb Salad Dressing works so well in so many dishes, is much healthier than a creamy dressing, and can be stored for later.

    If you are looking for more homemade salad dressing recipes, check out my Strawberry Shrub Vinaigrette Salad Dressing and my Avocado Lime Ranch Dressing.

    INGREDIENTS NEEDED TO MAKE LEMON HERB SALAD DRESSING

    • freshly squeezed lemon juice
    • dried oregano
    • garlic clove
    • kosher salt
    • freshly ground black pepper
    • extra-virgin olive oil
    lemon herb dressing recipe
    Click on the image above to PIN for later!

    HOW TO MAKE LEMON DRESSING WITH HERBS

    Put the lemon juice, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper into a medium bowl and stir together. Vigorously whisk in the olive oil in a stream.

    Alternatively, you can add all of the ingredients to a salad dressing shaker or a jar with a lid and shake vigorously until combined.

    greek orzo pasta with lemon dressing
    Orzo Pasta Salad with Lemon Herb Dressing

    HOW MANY CALORIES ARE IN THIS GREEK SALAD DRESSING?

    There is 109 kcal in 2 tablespoons of this Lemon Herb Salad Dressing making this a light and refreshing dressing for any meal. You can check out the full estimated nutrition information in the recipe card.

    TIPS AND SUBSTITUTIONS FOR THIS Lemon Herb Salad DRESSING

    • Dried oregano is going to give this dressing a greek vibe. However, you can use other dried herbs like rosemary, basil, or Italian seasoning. If you would like to use fresh herbs, triple the amount.
    • You can also substitute minced shallot or onion for the garlic.
    • Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil since this is one of the main ingredients and is not being cooked. Use something that you enjoy the taste of on its own.
    • If you want a sweeter, less acidic dressing, you can add a small amount of sugar or honey.
    • Shake or whisk the dressing immediately before serving so that all of the ingredients are evenly distributed when pouring. When this dressing sits, the heavy stuff goes to the bottom.
    • Store this dressing covered in the fridge. The dressing will solidify slightly when cold so when you are ready to use it, bring it to room temperature. You can either set it on the counter ahead of time or place it in a bowl of warm water for a few minutes.

    MY FAVORITE TOOL TO MAKE SALAD DRESSING AT HOME

    I love using my OXO salad dressing shaker when making salad dressings at home. It has measurements on the side so there is have less to clean up, a convenient pour spout, and I can store any leftover dressing right in this container in the fridge.

    lemony greek dressing in an OXO salad dressing shaker
    OXO Salad Dressing Shaker

    OTHER RECIPES YOU MIGHT LIKE

    • Healthy Shrimp Ceviche
    • Crunchy Kale Parmesan Salad
    • Air Fryer Zucchini Chips
    • Veggie Garden Pesto Pizza
    • Strawberry Butter Lettuce Salad
    greek lemon salad dressing

    Lemon Herb Salad Dressing

    A quick and easy Greek Lemon Salad Dressing for pasta salad, salad, sandwiches, and more!
    5 from 23 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 109kcal
    Author: EmilyFabulous

    Equipment

    • medium mixing bowl
    • whisk
    • or a salad dressing shaker

    Ingredients

    • ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
    • 1 large garlic clove, minced
    • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
    • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
    • ¾ cup extra-virgin olive oil

    Instructions

    • Put the lemon juice, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper into a medium bowl and stir together. Vigorously whisk in the olive oil in a stream.
    • Alternatively, you can add all of the ingredients to a salad dressing shaker or a jar with a lid and shake vigorously until combined.

    Notes

    • Dried oregano is going to give this dressing a greek vibe. However, you can use other dried herbs like rosemary, basil, or Italian seasoning. If you would like to use fresh herbs, triple the amount.
    • You can also substitute minced shallot or onion for the garlic.
    • Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil since this is one of the main ingredients and is not being cooked. Use something that you enjoy the taste of on its own.
    • If you want a sweeter, less acidic dressing, you can add a small amount of sugar or honey.
    • Shake or whisk the dressing immediately before serving so that all of the ingredients are evenly distributed when pouring. When this dressing sits, the heavy stuff goes to the bottom.
    • Store this dressing covered in the fridge. The dressing will solidify slightly when cold so when you are ready to use it, bring it to room temperature. You can either set it on the counter ahead of time or place it in a bowl of warm water for a few minutes.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 109kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.3g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 12.5g | Saturated Fat: 1.8g | Sodium: 98mg | Potassium: 10mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Calcium: 3mg

    Any nutrition calculations are only estimates using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.

    DID YOU TRY THIS LEMON HERB SALAD DRESSING?

    If you get a chance to make this Greek salad dressing recipe, don’t forget to leave a comment below. You can also tag me on Instagram. or Facebook.

    If you want even more fun and delicious recipes, sign up for my email list and follow me on Pinterest so you never miss a recipe!

    More Recipes

    • Hibiscus Cupcakes
    • Li Hing Mui Air Fryer Donuts
    • Cranberry Walnut Feta Salad
    • Spiced Maple Walnuts

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. nancy says

      February 06, 2022 at 2:00 pm

      5 stars
      my go to salad dressing!

      Reply
    2. Andrea says

      February 06, 2022 at 1:59 pm

      5 stars
      This dressing is now a staple of mine! Soo delicious and the perfect topper for salads!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        February 07, 2022 at 6:16 am

        That's awesome, Andrea. I'm so glad this one worked for you.

        Reply
    3. Marcellina says

      February 06, 2022 at 1:20 pm

      5 stars
      Excellent on steamed veggies too!!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        February 07, 2022 at 6:16 am

        Ooooh, that sounds delicious. Great idea!

        Reply
    4. Katie Youngs says

      February 06, 2022 at 5:36 am

      5 stars
      This sounds like the perfect go-to salad dressing!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        February 06, 2022 at 9:20 am

        Thanks, Katie!

        Reply
    5. Jean says

      February 05, 2022 at 1:38 pm

      5 stars
      perfect for my salad! it has this fresh taste and easy to make

      Reply
      • Emily says

        February 05, 2022 at 5:47 pm

        So happy to hear that. Thanks for giving it a try, Jean!

        Reply
    6. Susan says

      February 05, 2022 at 8:55 am

      5 stars
      I need this salad dressing in my life!

      Reply
    7. Christina's Bread Bakes says

      February 05, 2022 at 8:28 am

      5 stars
      Easy, to make, I served it over a spinach salad. Good flavor.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        February 05, 2022 at 9:53 am

        Yum! I'm so glad you liked it!

        Reply
    8. Cindy Mom the Lunch Lady says

      February 05, 2022 at 8:28 am

      5 stars
      I love making my own salad dressing. So easy and so delicious. This would be a perfect addition to our repertoire!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        February 05, 2022 at 9:53 am

        I agree homemade salad dressings are the best!

        Reply
    9. Jen says

      February 05, 2022 at 4:55 am

      5 stars
      This is so good! Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        February 05, 2022 at 9:54 am

        You are so welcome.😊

        Reply
    10. Toni says

      February 05, 2022 at 4:25 am

      5 stars
      This is so easy to make! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        February 05, 2022 at 9:54 am

        You're welcome!

        Reply
    11. Beth says

      February 04, 2022 at 9:00 am

      5 stars
      This is great to whip up for a fresh, lunch salad! I am going to run out and pick up that salad shaker - perfect!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        February 05, 2022 at 10:01 am

        The salad shaker is one of my favorite kitchen gadgets 😃

        Reply
    12. Aimee Mars says

      February 04, 2022 at 8:19 am

      5 stars
      I rarely buy salad dressing anymore because it's so easy to prepare at home and always has so much more flavor. This lemon herb salad dressing is outstanding and I like to keep a bottle of it stored in my fridge at all times now.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        February 05, 2022 at 10:01 am

        Thanks, Aimee. Once you make your own it's hard to go back to store-bought.

        Reply
    13. Gina says

      February 04, 2022 at 7:38 am

      5 stars
      This dressing has become our go to for all salads and even chicken and steak - such a crowd-pleaser!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        February 05, 2022 at 10:01 am

        That's awesome, Gina! Thanks for trying it.

        Reply
    14. Sandra says

      February 04, 2022 at 7:21 am

      5 stars
      We have been looking for a new Greek salad dressing and this is one is amazing! Simple ingredients that I have on hand in my pantry. Thanks for a great recipe!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        February 05, 2022 at 10:00 am

        Thanks for the review, Sandra. And I'm so glad you found what you were looking for!

        Reply
    15. Toni says

      February 04, 2022 at 7:14 am

      5 stars
      Such a perfect dressing!! A new staple at my kitchen!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        February 05, 2022 at 9:59 am

        Yay! Thanks for trying it out.

        Reply
    16. Jill says

      February 04, 2022 at 6:39 am

      5 stars
      Love this fresh and flavorful dressing!

      Reply
    17. Jerika says

      February 04, 2022 at 6:19 am

      5 stars
      Wow! Looks so tasty can't wait to use this Greek Lemon Herb Salad Dressing on my vegetable salad. YUM!:)

      Reply
      • Emily says

        February 05, 2022 at 9:59 am

        Thanks, Jerika. I know you are going to love it!

        Reply
    18. Audrey says

      February 04, 2022 at 4:20 am

      5 stars
      This turned out great and was super easy to make.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        February 05, 2022 at 9:58 am

        So glad to hear it, Audrey. Easy is the name of the game.

        Reply
    19. Sue says

      February 04, 2022 at 3:54 am

      5 stars
      Homemade dressings are the best and this one does not disappoint! Bright and lively, exactly what I needed!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        February 05, 2022 at 9:58 am

        Thanks, Sue. I'm so glad you liked this one.

        Reply
    20. Kristina says

      February 04, 2022 at 3:34 am

      5 stars
      This was a great homemade dessing.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        February 05, 2022 at 9:58 am

        Oh good, thanks for the review!

        Reply
      • Shilpa says

        February 05, 2022 at 1:11 pm

        5 stars
        Love this salad dressing. Fresh and delicious!

        Reply
        • Emily says

          February 05, 2022 at 5:47 pm

          Oh good, I'm so glad you liked it!😊

          Reply
    21. Nora says

      February 04, 2022 at 1:12 am

      5 stars
      Sounds lovely and easy to make! Thank you for sharing!

      Reply
    22. Megan says

      February 04, 2022 at 12:43 am

      5 stars
      What a delicious dressing

      Reply
      • Emily says

        February 05, 2022 at 9:56 am

        Thanks, Megan!

        Reply
    23. Freya says

      February 03, 2022 at 11:46 pm

      5 stars
      Yum, I loved this lemon dressing, so fresh and vibrant!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        February 05, 2022 at 9:57 am

        So happy to hear it. Thanks for giving it a try!

        Reply

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    Hi, I'm Emily! I'm excited to share my passions, experiments, and fun with you. I love to cook, bake, create recipes, mix cocktails and try new things!

    More about me →

    Popular

    • Poolish Pizza Dough
    • Apple Cider Martini
    • Crumbl Cookie Copycat Recipe
    • Vanilla Vodka Recipe
    Get $150 Off Cookware and Bakeware Sets at Carawayhome.com!

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • Privacy Policy
    • Disclaimer
    • Accessibility Policy

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Contact

    • About

    COPYRIGHT © 2023 EMILY FABULOUS, LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

    We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
    Do not sell my personal information.
    Cookie SettingsAccept
    Manage consent

    Privacy Overview

    This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
    Necessary
    Always Enabled
    Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously.
    CookieDurationDescription
    cookielawinfo-checkbox-analytics11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
    cookielawinfo-checkbox-functional11 monthsThe cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
    cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
    cookielawinfo-checkbox-others11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
    cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
    viewed_cookie_policy11 monthsThe cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.
    Functional
    Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features.
    Performance
    Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.
    Analytics
    Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.
    Advertisement
    Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads.
    Others
    Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet.
    SAVE & ACCEPT