Citrus Vinaigrette (Print Version)
A bright, zesty blend of orange, lemon, and lime with olive oil. Ready in 10 minutes.
# 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
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
# How to Make It:
01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the citrus juices, vinegar, honey or maple syrup, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and citrus zest until well blended.
02 - Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously to create a smooth emulsion. Continue whisking until the vinaigrette thickens slightly and all oil is incorporated.
03 - Taste the dressing and adjust salt, pepper, or sweetener as needed to balance flavors.
04 - Use immediately or transfer to a sealed jar and refrigerate for up to 1 week. Shake thoroughly before each use.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The three citrus combination creates a brightness you cant get from just lemon or lime alone
- It transforms even the simplest bagged greens into something that feels like restaurant quality
02 -
- The dressing will separate in the fridge but that's completely normal and expected
- Room temperature ingredients emulsify better than cold ones straight from the refrigerator
03 -
- Whisk the dressing right before serving to recombine the oil and vinegar for the best texture
- Double the batch and keep one jar for yourself while gifting another to a friend who needs a kitchen upgrade