Description
This honey mustard recipe is a sweet and tangy condiment made from pantry staples. Perfect as a dip, spread, or salad dressing, it’s customizable, gluten-free, and quick to prepare.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (optional)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard and honey until fully combined.
- Add mayonnaise if a creamier texture is desired and stir well.
- Stir in apple cider vinegar or lemon juice to balance the sweetness.
- Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Taste and adjust flavors as needed—add more honey for sweetness, or more mustard or vinegar for tang.
- Refrigerate for 15–30 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.
Notes
- Use spicy brown mustard for extra heat.
- Add smoked paprika for a smoky twist.
- Thin with olive oil or water for a salad dressing.
- Substitute mayo with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Maple syrup can be used instead of honey.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 135mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 2mg
