Best 6 Lebanese Salad Dressing Recipes

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Lebanese salad dressing is a staple in Lebanese cuisine, adding a refreshing and flavorful touch to a variety of dishes. This versatile dressing is made with a simple blend of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper, and can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences. Whether you prefer a tangy, garlicky dressing or a more mild and herbaceous one, there's a Lebanese salad dressing recipe out there to suit your needs. In this article, we'll explore some of the most popular Lebanese salad dressing recipes, from the classic lemon-garlic dressing to variations that incorporate fresh herbs, spices, and even yogurt. So get ready to embark on a culinary journey and discover the vibrant flavors of Lebanese cuisine!

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LEBANESE LEMON SALAD DRESSING



Lebanese Lemon Salad Dressing image

Tangy, zesty, garlicky lemon and olive oil flavors blend in this dressing that compliments salads which include some type of grilled meat and baked or fried pita chips in the place of croutons. This dressing is best with salads containing grilled chicken, shrimp or fish. It is very tangy but absolutely yummy.

Provided by Laura

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Fruit Dressing Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup fresh lemon juice
½ cup mild extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Stir just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.7 calories, Carbohydrate 2.4 g, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 320.5 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

LEBANESE-STYLE TUNA SALAD WITH TAHINI DRESSING



Lebanese-Style Tuna Salad with Tahini Dressing image

Categories     Salad     Blender     Onion     Lemon     Pine Nut     Tuna     Sesame     Parsley     Gourmet

Yield Serves 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

For the dressing
2 tablespoons tahini (sesame seed paste, available at natural foods stores and some supermarkets)
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 large garlic clove, minced and mashed to a paste with 1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne, or to taste
1/3 cup olive oil
four 6 1/2-ounce cans tuna packed in oil, drained and flaked
2 pounds onions, sliced thin
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup pine nuts
1 cup chopped fresh flat-leafed parsley leaves plus parsley sprigs for garnish
6 to 8 pita loaves, quartered and opened into pockets

Steps:

  • Make the dressing:
  • In a blender blend together the tahini, the lemon juice, the garlic paste, and the cayenne, with the motor running add the oil in a stream, blending until the dressing is emulsified, and season the dressing with salt.
  • Make the tuna salad:
  • In a bowl toss the tuna lightly with half the dressing and mound the mixture on a large platter. In a large heavy skillet cook the onions in the oil over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, for 50 minutes, or until they are golden brown, and season them with salt and pepper. With a fork scatter the onions over the tuna. In the skillet cook the pine nuts over moderately low heat, stirring, until they are golden and scatter them over the onions. Drizzle the salad with the remaining dressing and sprinkle it with the chopped parsley. Garnish the salad with the parsley sprigs and serve it with the pita pockets.

LEBANESE SALAD DRESSING



Lebanese Salad Dressing image

Another recipe from my Cooks of the Green Door cookbook. The recipe was contributed by the Cedars Restaurant. Love dressings with lemon; however,I would probably reduce the amount of olive oil (my preference).

Provided by DailyInspiration

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 -2 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons of fresh mint, finely chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Shake all ingredients in a tightly covered container. Serve over a salad of mixed greens, cucumbers, and tomatoes.

LEBANESE SALAD DRESSING



Lebanese Salad Dressing image

This recipe comes from The Cedars Restaurant. Feel free to reduce the amount of lemon juice and olive oil to your tastes.

Provided by Daily Inspiration S

Categories     Marinades

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1-2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 c fresh lemon juice
1 c extra-virgin olive oil (or to your liking)
3 Tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Shake all ingredients in a tightly covered container.
  • 2. Serve over a salad of mixed greens, cucumbers, and tomatoes.

LEBANESE LEMON SALAD DRESSING RECIPE - (5/5)



Lebanese Lemon Salad Dressing Recipe - (5/5) image

Provided by Maverick19

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 extra virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Mince garlic. Add salt to garlic. Use flat side of knife and mash the garlic and salt into a "paste". Place in bowl. 2. Add lemon juice, olive oil and pepper to bowl and whisk until well blended.

LEBANESE SALAD DRESSING



LEBANESE SALAD DRESSING image

Categories     Salad     Vegetable

Yield 2 people

Number Of Ingredients 4

60 ml pomegranate molasses (syrup)
100 ml olive oil
1-2 tsp tahini (sesame paste)
1-2 tsp salt

Steps:

  • Combine all components together in a a large salad bowl. add the young and washed salad leaves and toss carefully 20x.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Adjust the amount of lemon juice and garlic to your taste.
  • If you don't have sumac, you can substitute a mixture of lemon zest and paprika.
  • This dressing is also great on grilled chicken or fish.
  • Store the dressing in a jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

This Lebanese salad dressing is a flavorful and versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of salads and grilled meats. It's easy to make and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious dressing, give this Lebanese salad dressing a try.

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