Citrus Vinaigrette (Printable)
Bright, zesty dressing with fresh orange, lemon, and lime juices. Perfect for salads, roasted vegetables, and seafood.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Citrus Juices
01 - 3 tbsp fresh orange juice
02 - 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
03 - 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
→ Other Liquids
04 - 1 tsp white wine vinegar
05 - 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
06 - 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
→ Seasonings
07 - 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
08 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
09 - 1/2 tsp kosher salt
10 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
11 - Zest of 1 lemon or orange
# How To Make It:
01 - Whisk together citrus juices, vinegar, honey or maple syrup, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and citrus zest in a medium bowl until well blended.
02 - Drizzle olive oil slowly into the mixture while whisking continuously to create a smooth, emulsified vinaigrette with slightly thickened consistency.
03 - Taste the vinaigrette and adjust salt or pepper 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.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It comes together in under ten minutes and keeps for a week in the fridge
- The three-citrus blend creates layers of bright, complex flavor
02 -
- The vinaigrette may separate in the fridge, but a vigorous shake brings it right back to life
- Fresh citrus juice makes a huge difference, so avoid bottled versions
03 -
- Whisk the oil in extremely slowly for the most stable emulsion
- Room temperature ingredients incorporate more easily than cold ones