Cannabis-Infused Lemon Vinaigrette Recipe for Bright, Citrusy Salads

Looking for a healthier way to enjoy cannabis? Made with fresh lemon juice and white balsamic vinegar, this bright lemon cannabis vinaigrette pairs beautifully with salads, works as a marinade for meats, and makes a flavorful dip for crusty bread. The recipe includes several infusion options, including Bliss MCT oil for an easy, consistent dose.

Recipe Features

• Ready in about 10 minutes
• A simple, savory, and healthier edible option
• Short on time? You can easily infuse this dressing with Bliss MCT oil for consistent dosing and fast results.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

Members of the Well With Cannabis Community have asked for healthier cannabis recipes — this vinaigrette ticks that box. Its bright, tangy flavor elevates simple salads, enhances grilled meats as a marinade, and makes a great bread dip.

This post outlines multiple infusion choices so you can pick the method that matches your preferences and ingredients on hand, plus suggestions for cannabis-forward salads to try with the dressing.

What You’ll Need

• ¼ cup lemon juice – freshly squeezed preferably
• ¼ cup white balsamic vinegar – lighter and less sweet than traditional balsamic
• 2 Tablespoons white wine vinegar
• ½ Tablespoon sliced scallion – use the white parts for this recipe
• ½ Tablespoon fresh grated Parmesan
• ¾ teaspoon sugar – granulated sugar or a cannabis-infused sugar if desired
• ¾ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard – helps emulsify the dressing
• ½ teaspoon minced garlic plus ⅛ teaspoon granulated garlic
• ⅛ teaspoon granulated onion
• ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper – optional, adjust to taste
• 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• ½ cup Bliss MCT Oil – optional infusion. Using this amount yields roughly 300 mg THC and 300 mg CBD for the entire 16-ounce batch (about 18.75 mg THC and 18.75 mg CBD per 1-ounce serving).

Note: A printable ingredient list and step-by-step recipe card are included below.

Dosing & Potency

If you use a pre-dosed infused oil like Bliss MCT, calculating the recipe’s potency is straightforward. Divide the total milligrams in the oil by the number of servings to estimate per-serving dose.

If you make your own infusion, use an edible dosage calculator to determine potency. If you’re new to edibles, consult a safe-dosing guide and start low and slow.

Storage Instructions

Keep the vinaigrette in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Shake or stir before serving as separation may occur.

Alternate Infusion Options

There are several ways to infuse this dressing. Choose the method that best fits your experience level, equipment, and desired potency. You can combine methods to increase strength if desired.

Cannabis-Infused Olive Oil

Cannabis-infused olive oil is a light and versatile option that blends naturally into vinaigrettes. It’s my preferred choice for this dressing. Once prepared, infused olive oil works in a wide range of recipes.

Other workable oils include infused MCT oil, store-bought CBD oil, or homemade CBD/CBG oils depending on your goals.

Decarbed Cannabis Flower

Decarbed, ground cannabis can be treated like a spice in this vinaigrette. Be sure to decarboxylate your flower first to activate THC/CBD. Start with ½–1 gram of ground decarbed flower and adjust to taste and tolerance.

Leftover Cannabis Pulp

Leftover plant material from oil or butter extractions often retains cannabinoids. Adding 2–3 tablespoons of well-drained leftover pulp to the dressing is a great way to use it. An immersion blender will help smooth the texture so it blends seamlessly into the vinaigrette.

Cannabis Concentrates

Cannabis concentrates (distillate, CO2 oil, FECO/RSO, etc.) can be mixed into the oil component for a potent and easy infusion. Stir your chosen concentrate into the olive oil before emulsifying into the dressing. Check whether your concentrate requires decarboxylation based on its type.