Citrus Vinaigrette

Featured in Fresh Easy Salads.

Made this citrus dressing in a flash and it brightened up my whole salad game! Just 5 minutes to mix and the fresh orange juice makes it so much better than store-bought. Love how the lemon adds that perfect zing without being too sharp. It's my go-to for meal prep now since it stays good all week. Used it to marinate chicken too and it was incredible. Just shake all ingredients in a jar and you're done. The olive oil makes it smooth while the citrus keeps it light and fresh. Perfect for summer salads or anytime you want a quick flavor boost.
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Updated on Thu, 09 Jan 2025 17:06:22 GMT
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My citrus vinaigrette brings fresh zesty flavor minutes. Perfect dress salads roasted veggies marinade quick homemade magic.

Quick Fresh Good

Fast easy bursts bright flavor fits every diet. Keeps two weeks ready dress meals anytime.

Simple Mix

  • Oil: Olive rich smooth base.
  • Orange: Fresh juice sweet tang.
  • Lemon: Bright citrus pop.
  • Vinegar: Apple cider balances.
  • Honey: Touch sweet perfect.
  • Season: Salt pepper taste.

Easy Steps

Mix
Combine oil juices vinegar honey jar.
Season
Add salt pepper shake blend well.
Taste
Try adjust sweet tangy perfect.
Keep
Store cool shake use two weeks.
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Ways to Use

Try fruit salads roasted veggies grain bowls. Great marinade proteins adds fresh touch meals.

Store Right

Keep jar fridge two weeks stays fresh. Shake well each time mix perfect again.

Home Best

Fresh flavors no preservatives control ingredients yours. Better than store bought tastes good feels right.

Switch It Up

Try different vinegars swap honey agave vegan. Lime juice makes new twist keeps fresh fun.

Prep Ready

Make batch ahead ready dress week meals. Fresh flavor waiting fridge whenever need.

Perfect Pairs

Great green salads citrus fruits nuts mix. Works grain bowls grilled foods endless uses.

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Your Taste

More orange sweet more lemon tang fits you. Easy change balance makes perfect dressing yours.

Earth Kind

Skip plastic bottles make fresh home instead. Small change helps earth tastes better too.

Make Creamy

Add yogurt splash cream makes rich smooth change. Keeps bright taste adds velvet texture nice.

Extra Fresh

Try orange lemon zest brings bright pop more. Simple touch makes whole dressing shine.

Mix Right

Whisk well blend smooth stops separation quick. Bit mustard helps holds everything together.

Serve Style

Pretty pitcher jar lets guests pour own way. Works dressing dip makes serving easy nice.

Season Change

Blood oranges winter grapefruit summer fresh. Each season brings new ways make special taste.

Guest Ready

Fresh homemade touch lifts every simple meal. Easy way make dining special memorable.

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ How long does this keep?

Stores in fridge up to 2 weeks. Let come to room temperature and shake well before using.

→ Can I use different citrus?

Try lime juice or grapefruit juice instead. Adjust honey to balance tartness.

→ Why is my dressing separating?

Oil and vinegar naturally separate. Shake well before each use.

→ What salads work best?

Great on green salads, fruit salads or grain bowls. Pairs well with avocado and nuts.

→ Can I make it sugar-free?

Skip honey or use sugar substitute. Taste will be more tart.

Conclusion

A simple and zesty citrus vinaigrette that adds brightness to any salad, made with fresh orange and lemon juice, honey, and olive oil.

Citrus Vinaigrette

Fresh salad dressing combining citrus juices, honey and olive oil. Ready in 5 minutes.

Prep Time
5 Minutes
Cook Time
~
Total Time
5 Minutes
By: Mina

Category: Salads

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 2 Servings (1/2 cup)

Dietary: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free

Ingredients

01 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil.
02 2 tablespoons orange juice.
03 2 tablespoons lemon juice.
04 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar.
05 2 tablespoons honey.
06 1 teaspoon salt.
07 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.

Instructions

Step 01

Add all ingredients to jar.

Step 02

Cover and shake vigorously until well mixed.

Step 03

Use immediately or store for later.

Notes

  1. Shake before each use.
  2. Great on any salad.

Tools You'll Need

  • Small jar.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 120
  • Total Fat: 14 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 8 g
  • Protein: ~