Description
A creamy and tangy homemade honey mustard dressing made with Dijon mustard, honey, mayonnaise, and a touch of apple cider vinegar and garlic powder. Perfect as a salad dressing, dip, or sandwich spread, this easy recipe comes together in minutes and benefits from chilling to enhance flavor blending.
Ingredients
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Honey Mustard Dressing Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, honey, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and olive oil until smooth and well-combined to create the base of the dressing.
- Season: Stir in the garlic powder and then season with salt and black pepper to taste. Feel free to adjust the seasoning to your preference for the perfect balance of flavors.
- Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dressing for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and develop a richer taste.
- Serve: Use the dressing as a delicious dip for chicken nuggets, a flavorful salad dressing, or a tasty spread for sandwiches.
Notes
- For a thinner dressing, you can whisk in a tablespoon of water or more apple cider vinegar to reach your desired consistency.
- Adjust the honey quantity to make it sweeter or more tangy depending on your taste.
- Store leftover dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- This dressing can easily be made vegan by substituting mayonnaise with a vegan alternative and ensuring honey is replaced with agave syrup or maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
