Citrus Vinaigrette Fresh Zesty (Printable Version)
Fresh citrus dressing with orange, lemon, and lime for vibrant salads and dishes.
# Ingredient List:
→ 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
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
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
11 - Zest of 1 lemon or orange
# Directions:
01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the citrus juices, white wine vinegar, honey or maple syrup, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, kosher salt, black pepper, and citrus zest if using.
02 - Slowly drizzle the olive oil into the bowl while whisking continuously. Continue whisking until the vinaigrette is fully emulsified and slightly thickened.
03 - Taste the vinaigrette and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper as needed.
04 - Use immediately on salads, roasted vegetables, or seafood. Alternatively, transfer to a sealed jar and refrigerate for up to 1 week. Shake well before each use.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The balance of citrus creates this incredible brightness that makes vegetables taste more alive
- It comes together in literally ten minutes but tastes like something from a fancy restaurant
02 -
- The oil will separate in the fridge and that is completely normal
- Fresh citrus juice matters so much here because bottled juice has a weird aftertaste
03 -
- Zest your citrus before juicing because it is so much easier that way
- Let the finished dressing sit for at least 30 minutes before serving