Anti Inflammatory Honey Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing
Bright, tangy, and just sweet enough, this dressing is the kind of thing you'll want to put on everything — grain bowls, roasted vegetables, simple green salads, you name it. Extra-virgin olive oil forms the base, bringing healthy monounsaturated fats that are a cornerstone of eating to reduce inflammation, while freshly squeezed lemon juice adds a citrusy punch that makes the whole thing feel alive. Raw honey provides gentle sweetness without refined sugar, and a small grated garlic clove gives it just enough bite to keep things interesting. The Dijon mustard does double duty here — it adds depth and acts as an emulsifier, helping the olive oil and lemon juice come together into a smooth, cohesive dressing rather than a separated mess. A finish of poppy seeds adds subtle texture and a little visual charm that makes even a basic salad look intentional. The whole thing comes together in one bowl in just a few minutes, and it keeps in the fridge for up to five days, making it an easy staple to prep ahead. With eight servings per batch, you'll have plenty on hand to keep your meals feeling fresh and flavorful all week long.
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8 servings
- ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
- 1 tbsp raw honey
Ingredient noteAdded sugar is limited on an anti-inflammatory diet. This recipe contains about 2.2 g of added sugar per serving, which is likely acceptable for many following the diet. If you prefer to always avoid honey, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 small garlic clove, finely grated
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
- 1 ½ tsp poppy seeds
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl or jar, combine the lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, grated garlic, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until the honey is fully dissolved and the mixture looks uniform.
- 2
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking constantly until the dressing is emulsified and slightly thickened — it should look cohesive rather than separated.
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