We're always looking to elevate classic favorites; what's the point of life without a little curiosity to keep our taste buds guessing? Consider the viral Domino's pizza and the cucumber salad that keeps our electrolytes in check. While it has yet to be a trend everyone's hopping on, today's guinea pig is none other than classic lemonade. To give it a nice, surprising kick, adding Dijon mustard is the way to go. Sure, don't fix what isn't broken, but no one says anything about a makeover. This unexpected condiment proves it's more than a topping for hot dogs, and while it does its job perfectly there, it's more versatile than we thought.
When creating lemonade with Dijon mustard, the secret is in the ratio. You don't want a heavy drizzle of tangy spice mixed into your drink. A cup of lemonade should have 2 teaspoons of Dijon mustard at most; better yet, try adding it bit by bit to see how much flavor you actually want and adjust according to your liking. Decorate your glass with a slice of lemon as a cherry on top and, as an extra tip, knowing how to use whole lemons for a low-waste lemonade lets you maximize your resources.
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Dijon mustard gives lemonade a bit of a bite while balancing its acidity, which might surprise you at first sip. As you give it another go (and another, and another), you might even warm up to it, though we understand it might not be everyone's cup of tea ... or lemonade, rather. That said, it's not a completely surprising mix; both have shared a stage before in hollandaise sauce. While a few punches of other seasonings are included, both flavors certainly stand out. Another reason why it's worth the shot is that it's quite easy to make. Who knows, it might even be your next go-to when you want added pizzazz to your lemonade.
If, by chance, you don't like the taste as a drink, it also works well as a marinade for savory dishes such as grilled chicken. Just add garlic, oregano, paprika, and some basic salt and pepper for a zesty, tangy, herby creation that can effortlessly find its place on your dinner spread. It's not the first time we've done something with lemonade that could raise a few eyebrows. It also became the star ingredient in the unexpected iced coffee drink that might be your new summer favorite -- and, perhaps, year-round. So, whether you're bored of the classic drink or you just want to try new flavors, lemonade with Dijon mustard might do the trick.