Dill + lemon: A salad combo you need to try
What's the story
Dill and lemon are two ingredients that can elevate a basic salad into a refreshing culinary experience. Their distinct flavors complement each other, giving a zesty, aromatic punch to different salad combinations. Be it leafy greens or grains you want to enhance the taste of, dill and lemon can be your go-to pair. Here are some tips on how you can use them in salads.
Dressing 1
Citrus vinaigrette with dill
A citrus vinaigrette made with fresh lemon juice, olive oil, and chopped dill can elevate any salad. The acidity of the lemon balances the richness of the olive oil, while dill adds an herbal note. This dressing works well with mixed greens or as a marinade for vegetables before grilling.
Dressing 2
Creamy dill lemon dressing
For those who love creamy dressings, a delicious mix of yogurt or sour cream mixed with the zest and juice of a lemon, and finely chopped dill, gives a tangy and refreshing option. This dressing works particularly well with cucumber salads or potato salads. It adds a whole new level of creaminess and freshness to the dish without overpowering the other flavors.
Tip 1
Grain salad enhancements
Incorporating dill and lemon into grain-based salads, like quinoa or bulgur wheat, adds depth to their earthy flavors. Toss cooked grains with diced vegetables like bell peppers or tomatoes, then drizzle with olive oil infused with lemon zest and sprinkle generously with fresh dill for an invigorating dish.
Tip 2
Herb-infused olive oil
Making herb-infused olive oil with dill leaves gives you a ready-to-use flavor enhancer at hand. Just mix olive oil with sprigs of fresh dill in a bottle; let it sit for a few days before drizzling it over salads, with freshly squeezed lemon juice for added zestiness.
Tip 3
Roasted vegetable accents
Roasted vegetables, such as carrots or zucchini, bring out their natural sweetness. This sweetness is further accentuated when the roasted vegetables are finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. A sprinkle of chopped dill, with its fragrant green fronds, further adds an aromatic depth. Not only does it elevate the flavors, but it also adds a refreshing zest to the dish, making it a perfect side or main course.