"a dash of lemon"

Question

Is it correct to say a dash of lemon? I've never heard it before Thanks

the dictionary says "a dash of milk" as "un chorrito de leche" thanks - jortosar, Sep 20, 2010

Yes it is fine to say a "dash" of lemon. - ian-hill, Sep 21, 2010

Answer 1

'Dash of lemon' is coloquial and used widely...

Eg: A dash of lemon in your green tea may boost its antioxidant levels.

We say, "a dash of salt". "a spot of tea" "a splash of lime" "a dot of butter" - Brynleigh, Sep 21, 2010

Dash of lemon, dash of salt are very common here - Vaanz, Sep 21, 2010

Answer 2

It´s coloquial but perfectly well understood. It is used widely in England. Just as one would say 'a dash of milk in one's tea so you could ask for a dash of lemon. If writing a recipe it would be prudent to be a little more specific.

Answer 3

I don't think so. Normally you just say 'a dash' with spices, like salt or pepper or parsley or something like that. I've never heard it used for a liquid.

Answer 4

I have heard:

A splash of lemon

A hint of lemon

A punch of lemon (only common when talking about artificial flavoring )

Answer 5

In my own experience I have heard, "a dash of lemon," "a squeeze of lemon" and "a splash of lemon," and I see no problem in using these interchangeably.

Answer 6

I have heard, "a splash of lemon".