Simple Provençal Mustard Salad Dressing
This Simple Provençal Mustard Salad Dressing is a bright and flavorful vinaigrette made with Dijon mustard, lemon juice, olive oil, and a touch of Provençal herbs. Fresh, tangy, and perfectly balanced, it brings the taste of southern France to your table. The dressing keeps well in the refrigerator, making it ideal for both everyday salads and special occasions.
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp sugar
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 small clove garlic finely chopped (optional)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 6 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Provençal herbs Herbes de Provence
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the lemon juice, salt, sugar, and black pepper.
- Add the finely chopped garlic, if using.
- Whisk in the Dijon mustard, then gradually add the olive oil while whisking until the dressing emulsifies.
- Stir in the Provençal herbs.
- Toss with salad just before serving.
- The dressing keeps well in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Shake or whisk well before using.
Notes
Provençal herbs (Herbes de Provence) are a traditional French blend of dried Mediterranean herbs such as thyme, rosemary, oregano, basil, savory, and marjoram. Some versions also include lavender for a gentle floral note. This dried herb mix gives the dressing its distinctive southern French flavor — fragrant, balanced, and slightly earthy.