Best Creme Fraiche And Lemon Vinaigrette Recipes

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SPRING GREEN SALAD WITH CREAMY LEMON VINAIGRETTE



Spring Green Salad with Creamy Lemon Vinaigrette image

Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pints sunflower shoots (or 1/2 pound mixed baby greens)
1 handful fresh mint
1 tablespoon grainy mustard
1 tablespoon hot water
1 lemon, juiced
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 heaping tablespoon creme fraiche
1/2 teaspoon sugar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Wash and dry the shoots and mint, place in a large bowl.
  • In a mason jar, combine the mustard, water, lemon juice, oil, creme fraiche, sugar, salt, and pepper. Put the cap on and shake vigorously to emulsify. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the greens and toss well to coat. Serve immediately. Store any remaining vinaigrette in the jar in the refrigerator.

LEMON VINAIGRETTE



Lemon Vinaigrette image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     condiment

Time 5m

Yield 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 3

1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 cup good olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.

HOMEMADE CREME FRAICHE



Homemade Creme Fraiche image

Don't worry about the creme fraiche spoiling while sitting on the counter; the acid in the mixture prevents bacterial disease associated with the dairy products. The recipe comes from Emeril Lagasse. Inactive time 12 to 16 hours.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons buttermilk or 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the cream and buttermilk or lemon juice.
  • Cover with a clean kitchen cloth in a warm, draft free place and let sit until thickened, but still pourable consistency, 12 to 16 hours.
  • Stir and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • (can be refrigerated up to 1 week.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 833.1, Fat 88.3, SaturatedFat 55, Cholesterol 327.3, Sodium 122, Carbohydrate 8.1, Sugar 1.7, Protein 5.9

THE HOUSE SALAD



The House Salad image

Provided by Sara Forte

Categories     Salad     Fruit     Leafy Green     Appetizer     Vegetarian     Salad Dressing     Fall     Pomegranate     Lettuce     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large head butter or bibb lettuce
1 small jicama, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch matchsticks (roughly 1/2 cup)
1/3 cup pomegranate seeds
1 cup large shavings Asiago or Parmesan cheese
House Dressing
2 1/2 tablespoons crème fraîche
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon honey
1 scallion, white part only, finely chopped
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • To make the dressing, whisk together the crème fraîche, olive oil, and honey. Add the scallion, vinegar, salt, and pepper and whisk again. Taste and add salt and pepper to taste, or a touch more vinegar if you prefer your dressing on the acidic side.
  • Gently pull the lettuce leaves from the head, making sure they are dry. Gently toss the leaves and jicama with the dressing. Assemble in a stack on each of 4 plates, starting with the largest leaves on the bottom to create a base. Garnish each salad with a quarter of the pomegranate seeds and the cheese shavings. Serve immediately.

CREME FRAICHE VINAIGRETTE



Creme Fraiche Vinaigrette image

Make and share this Creme Fraiche Vinaigrette recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dubainy

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 2 quarter cup portions, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 tablespoons creme fraiche
2 tablespoons walnut oil
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons white vinegar
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Mix oil in to the creme fraiche.
  • Blend in the lemon juice and vinegar.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.

CLASSIC FRENCH VINAIGRETTE



Classic French Vinaigrette image

Simple, bright flavors are the hallmark of this vinaigrette. Toss it with tender, leafy greens and serve as a light side salad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Cuisine-Inspired Recipes     French Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 shallot, minced
1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Generous pinch of salt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1-2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine in a large bowl or jar the shallot, Dijon mustard, salt, lemon juice, and red-wine vinegar. Whisk together to combine well. Slowly whisk in 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Store jar in refrigerator if making ahead and shake well before using.
  • Serve with 2 large heads Bibb, butter, or romaine lettuce that has been washed and dried well. Tear lettuce leaves into bite-size pieces and toss with dressing.

CREME FRAICHE AND LEMON VINAIGRETTE



Creme Fraiche and Lemon Vinaigrette image

This créme fraiche and lemon vinaigrette will add a creamy richness to salads and also doubles as a quick and easy dipping sauce.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 tablespoons creme fraiche
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest, plus 4 teaspoons juice
4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk together creme fraiche, lemon zest and juice, mustard, and 1 tablespoon water. Season with salt and pepper.

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