Description
A citrus vinaigrette is a delightful dressing that combines the bright, tangy flavors of fresh citrus fruits with the richness of olive oil, perfect for enhancing salads and dishes.
Ingredients
- Freshly squeezed orange juice: 1/4 cup (about 2 oranges)
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice: 2 tablespoons (about 1 lemon)
- Freshly squeezed lime juice: 2 tablespoons (about 1 lime)
- Extra virgin olive oil: 1/2 cup
- Honey: 1 tablespoon (adjust to taste)
- Dijon mustard: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (or to taste)
- Black pepper: 1/4 teaspoon (or to taste)
- Optional: Zest of 1 orange, lemon, and lime
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Prepare the citrus by washing and juicing the fruits.
- Combine the freshly squeezed juices, honey, and Dijon mustard in a mixing bowl.
- Whisk the mixture while slowly drizzling in the olive oil until smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and additional honey or citrus juice as desired.
Notes
- Freshly squeezed juices provide the best flavor.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
- Experiment with different citrus fruits and oils for unique flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dressing
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: citrus vinaigrette, salad dressing, homemade dressing, healthy dressing