Lemon Greek Salad Dressing (Ladolemono)

If I could bottle one dressing to always keep on hand, it's this one.

This Greek salad dressing is what makes simple veggies taste like something you'd get at a Mediterranean café. It's bold, briny, and balanced. And once you make it at home, there's truly no going back to bottled.

As a Mediterranean recipe developer and home cook, who's constantly reaching for herbs, citrus, and olive oil, I've made a lot of vinaigrettes. This is the one that checks every box. It's flavorful and goes way beyond salad.

What is Ladolemono?

Ladolemono is a velvety mixture of freshly squeezed lemon juice and rich olive oil, an essential flavor profile in Greek cuisine.

It always surprises me how a few basic ingredients can turn into something this delicious. Here's what you'll need.

Greek Dressing Ingredients

• Lemon juice: Freshly squeezed lemon juice.
• Olive oil: Use a light or a rich, robust (my favorite) olive oil.
• Oregano: For Earthiness.
• Salt and pepper: Sea salt and coarse black pepper to see those beautiful specks in the dressing.

Recipe Details

1. Add the oregano, salt, and pepper to a mixing bowl.
2. Add the lemon juice. Stir to dissolve the salt.
3. Slowly add olive oil while whisking until a smooth, pale yellow dressing forms.
4. Pour the Greek dressing over any salad.

Greek Dressing Variations

The base of this dressing is solid as-is, but it's easy to make it your own. Try experimenting with herbs-oregano is classic, and I love adding a bit of mint for freshness.

Here are other herbs to consider:

• Thyme
• Basil
• Mint
• Dill
• Rosemary
• Tarragon

Storage Instructions

If you have any leftovers, store the dressing in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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