Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup (120g) basil pesto
  • 3 tbsp (45ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp (5ml) honey
  • 1/4 tsp (1.5g) fine sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp (1g) freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) water

Instructions:

  1. Add the pesto, lemon juice, and honey to a mason jar. Stir these together first to ensure the honey is fully integrated into the acidic lemon juice.
  2. Pour in the olive oil. Seal the lid tightly and shake vigorously for 30–60 seconds until the liquid is uniform, opaque, and emulsified.
  3. Taste the dressing and add salt and pepper as needed. If the dressing is too thick, whisk in water one tablespoon at a time until it reaches a velvety consistency.