Dijon mustard

noun

Di·​jon mustard ˈdē-ˌzhän- How to pronounce Dijon mustard (audio)
di-ˈzhän-
dē-ˈzhōⁿ-
: a prepared mustard made from dark mustard seeds, white wine, and spices

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Dijon mustard and whisk to combine. Sue Li, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 June 2026 In a medium bowl, whisk together orange zest, orange juice, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, lime juice, parsley, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, oregano, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, and black pepper. Lexi Harrison, Midwest Living, 10 June 2026 Start with a 3:1 oil-to-acid ratio, such as vinegar or lemon juice, then add an emulsifier—such as Dijon mustard, tahini, or Greek yogurt—for better texture. Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 27 May 2026 Bring new life to those day-old croissants in this savory breakfast casserole, complete with country ham, spinach, Dijon mustard, and caramelized onions. Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 16 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for Dijon mustard

Word History

Etymology

Dijon, France

First Known Use

1938, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Dijon mustard was in 1938

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“Dijon mustard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Dijon%20mustard. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.

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