Citrus Vinaigrette Dressing (Printable)
Fresh citrus dressing ready in 10 minutes for salads and vegetables.
# What You'll Need:
→ Citrus Juices
01 - 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
02 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
→ Other Liquids
04 - 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
05 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (use maple syrup for vegan)
06 - 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
→ Seasonings
07 - 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
08 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
09 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
11 - Zest of 1 lemon or orange, optional
# How To Make:
01 - Combine citrus juices, vinegar, honey or maple syrup, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and citrus zest (if using) in a medium mixing bowl. Whisk thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
02 - Drizzle olive oil into the mixture in a slow, steady stream while whisking continuously. Continue whisking until the vinaigrette thickens and achieves a smooth, emulsified consistency.
03 - Taste the vinaigrette and adjust salt, pepper, or sweetener as needed to achieve desired flavor balance.
04 - Use immediately on salads, roasted vegetables, or seafood. For storage, transfer to a sealed jar and refrigerate for up to 1 week. Shake well before each use to re-emulsify.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The three-citrus blend hits bright notes you just cannot buy in a bottle
- It comes together in under ten minutes but tastes like you planned it for days
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- The oil must be added slowly while whisking or you will end up with a separated mess every single time
- Taste your citrus first because a particularly sour lemon or sweet orange changes everything
03 -
- Zest your citrus before juicing or you will never get those precious oils off the squeezed fruit
- A pinch of red pepper flakes makes this completely unexpected and addictive