Lemon Basil Vinaigrette

Makes 1 1/2 cups

Salad Dressings

Ingredients :

  • 1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves, washed and dried
  • 1 cup lemon juice
  • 2 Tablespoon finely chopped shallots
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons fresh ginger pulp
  • ½ teaspoons salt
  • 1½ Tablespoons honey
  • ¾cup extra virgin olive oil
  • freshly ground black pepper

Directions:

Prep the basil. If your basil leaves are large, stack a bunch of them on top of each other, roll them up, and then slice the roll to make thin strips.

In a small mixing bowl or large jar, combine the lemon juice, shallots, garlic, ginger, salt and honey. If you're using a bowl, gradually whisk in the oil, stir in the basil leaves and season to taste with the pepper. If necessary, add more salt. If you're using a jar, add all of the ingredients, put the lid on tightly and shake. If necessary, add more salt.