Description
Lemon balm adds a refreshing twist to your meals, merging citrusy aromas with soothing notes. This quick and easy recipe features vibrant flavors that elevate any dish, making it perfect for summer picnics or cozy dinners. With just a handful of ingredients, you can impress your guests by drizzling this delightful lemon balm dressing over grilled meats or tossing it into salads for an extra burst of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh lemon balm leaves
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients.
- Rinse lemon balm leaves under cold water and pat dry.
- Finely chop the lemon balm and combine in a mixing bowl with garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper.
- Mix well and let sit for 10 minutes to blend flavors.
- Drizzle over grilled chicken or fish, or toss into salads before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dressing
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg