Creamy Honey Mustard Dressing {No Gluten, No Dairy, Paleo}

Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Soy Free, Paleo, Vegetarian

This bright dressing combines the flavors of Dijon mustard, honey, and lemon juice for a sweet and tangy bite. It's a healthy, homemade version of a beloved dip that's thick and creamy from an egg and oil emulsion while still being loose enough to easily drizzle.

Why I Love This Recipe

Creamy Honey Mustard Dressing is made with common household ingredients: egg, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, and olive oil. It's an easy recipe that's all brought together in one jar and ready in only 5 minutes.

Moreover, this homemade dressing taste so much better than store bought! I really cannot oversell it. It has a fresh, bright, clean taste even the best quality store bought brand can't compete.

This creamy dressing is delicious on salads, but it's also a great dip for baked chicken, chicken nuggets or fresh raw veggies. On top of that, after it's chilled, it's thick enough to use as a condiment for sandwiches or wraps. My 6 year old has asked me to pack this dressing in his lunch everyday since school started.

I used to be intimidated by homemade dressings, since I had never made one or seen anyone else make one. After trying some homemade dressings/vinaigrettes myself and seeing how easily they are made, I was hooked. Give it a try and you'll be hooked too!

The best oil for this dressing

Extra virgin olive oil is too strong of a flavor for this recipe. Instead, choose light olive oil. When mixed with eggs, it emulsified creating the smooth creamy texture of this dressing.

What if I don't own an immersion blender?

You can use a blender, food processor, or immersion blender to make this dressing. I typically use an immersion blender. It might take a little longer for the dressing to fully emulsify if using a food processor or blender. Be patient, make sure to start with room temperature ingredients and it will all come together! 

If the dressing seems thin after blending, no worries! It thickens up and gets extra creamy after being chilled.

Keeping this dressing paleo compliant

Finally, if you're currently living the paleo lifestyle, make sure the Dijon Mustard you get is paleo approved. Primal Kitchen typically has good quality and taste and is one of my go to brands.

USING PASTEURIZED EGGS

Pasteurized eggs are heat treated to kill harmful bacteria that cause foodborne illness without cooking the eggs. In the past, I was able to find pasteurized eggs at local organic, health food stores and larger chains like Kroger. I did use them in recipes when I was pregnant. However, due to the most recent bird flu of 2024, the amount of pasteurized eggs available has significantly been impacted.

When they are available, they are also typically more expensive than unpasteurized eggs. Another way to minimize risk while being budget friendly is to pasteurize eggs at home. This link provides tips for 2 different methods.

I typically buy good quality organic free range eggs and have not splurged for pasteurized eggs since my youngest son was born. It's a matter of personal preference so do what feels right for your family!

Storage tips

Store Creamy Honey Mustard Dressing refrigerated in a covered container up to 1 week.

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