Name: Lemon Basil Vinaigrette
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 2 min
Ingredients: 1/4 cup Lemon Juice; 1/2 cup Olive Oil; 1 tbsp Honey; 1 tsp Dijon Mustard; 1 tbsp Garlic, minced; 1/4 cup Basil, chopped; Salt and pepper for taste

Fresh • Alpha-Gal Friendly • Easy Homemade Dressing

This Lemon Basil Vinaigrette brings vibrant flavor to salads, bowls, roasted veggies, grilled chicken, and grain dishes — with no dairy or mammalian ingredients. Quick to blend together in under 5 minutes, it’s a healthier alternative to store-bought dressings that often hide added sugars, sugar substitutes, preservatives, and excessive sodium. This dressing is perfect for clients who want a clean, flavorful, homemade option that makes everyday meals flavorful and fits easily into alpha-gal friendly meal plans.

🛒 Estimated Cost

Ingredient	Estimated Cost
Fresh lemon juice (1/4 cup)	$1.20
Olive Oil (1/2 cup)	$1.50
Honey (1 tbsp)	$0.15
Dijon Mustard (1 tsp)	$0.10
Garlic (1 tbsp)	$0.15
Basil, chopped (1/4 cup)	$0.75
Salt & pepper for taste	$0.20

Estimated Total Recipe Cost: ~$4.05

Cost per serving (10 servings – 2 tbsp per serving): ~$0.41

Where the Nutrition Comes From

Olive Oil: A source of heart-healthy monounsaturated fats that support overall heart health and help absorb fat-soluble vitamins from salads.
Lemon Juice: Provides vitamin C and flavor with minimal calories.
Fresh Basil: Adds micronutrients and antioxidants, plus a fragrant herbal boost.

Ways to Use This Vinaigrette

Drizzle over mixed greens or chopped salads
Toss with grilled chicken and quinoa bowls
Combine with roasted vegetables for extra brightness
Use as a marinade for fish or chicken
Add to cucumber & tomato salads for a Mediterranean twist

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