Olive Oil, Honey & Herb Dressing

This Olive Oil, Honey & Herb Dressing is one of those simple little mixes that instantly elevates any dish. With extra-virgin olive oil, lemon, honey and Mediterranean herbs, it brings brightness, sweetness and a savoury depth to salads, grilled vegetables, seafood, or roasted meats. Ready in under two minutes, it’s a Mediterranean flavour boost for anything you drizzle it over.

Olive Oil, Honey & Herb Dressing

This flavour-packed dressing is a kitchen staple. Made with extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard and dried Greek oregano and thyme, it balances sweet, tangy and herbaceous flavours perfectly.

Ways to Use This Dressing

As a salad dressing: Drizzle over Greek salads, cucumber and tomato salads, or leafy greens.

Marinade: Use to marinate chicken, fish, prawns, or vegetables before grilling, roasting, or pan-frying.

Drizzle: Add a finishing touch to roasted vegetables, grain bowls, warm pasta, or potato salads.

Dip: Serve as a dipping sauce for fresh bread, falafel, or grilled halloumi.

Glaze: Brush over roasted meats, fish, or vegetables in the last few minutes of cooking for a glossy, sweet-herby finish.

Sandwich spread: Mix a little into mayonnaise or Greek yoghurt and spread on sandwiches or wraps for extra flavour.

Cheese topping: Drizzle over feta, goat cheese, or burrata for a Mediterranean twist.

Eggs: Spoon over poached, boiled, or scrambled eggs to elevate breakfast or brunch.

Grain bowls & legumes: Toss with cooked quinoa, rice, or lentils to brighten and flavour the dish.

Pizza & flatbreads: Brush over freshly baked pizza, flatbreads, or focaccia before serving.

Olive Oil, Honey & Herb Dressing

INGREDIENTS

¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil (add extra if needed)

2 tablespoons lemon juice

1 tablespoon honey

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

1 teaspoon dried Greek oregano

1 teaspoon dried thyme

Sea salt and freshly cracked pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Add all ingredients to a bowl and whisk until well combined or place everything in a jar with a lid and shake vigorously until emulsified.

2. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

3. Use immediately or store in the fridge for up to 3–4 days. Shake well before each use.

Olive Oil, Honey & Herb Dressing

Margaret Pahos @CreateCookShare