Simple and light, this refreshing vinaigrette can be used as a base when summer herbs come along.  Julienne fresh basil or mint and you have a fine dressing for tomato & cucumber salad.

 

Makes 1 cup of dressing

Juice & zest of two lemons (about ½ cup)

1 tablespoon finely diced shallots

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

2/3-cup light flavored oil such as canola or grapeseed

1-tablespoon sugar

 

Whisk ingredients together.  Fresh lemon dressings are best used within 2 days.