Orange Vinaigrette
Bright citrus juice and tangy vinegar whisk together into a light, fresh salad dressing.
Dietary
Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Wheat free, Dairy free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher
This vinaigrette balances fresh orange juice and zest with rice vinegar and a touch of honey for a bright, tangy dressing. A slow drizzle of olive oil while whisking creates a silky emulsion that clings well to greens, roasted vegetables, or grain salads.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2/3 cup olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Method
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the orange juice, orange zest, rice vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic until combined.
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While whisking constantly, slowly drizzle in the olive oil in a thin stream until the dressing is emulsified and slightly thickened.
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Whisk in the salt and black pepper, then taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
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Transfer the vinaigrette to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use, shaking well before serving.
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Orange Vinaigrette
This vinaigrette balances fresh orange juice and zest with rice vinegar and a touch of honey for a bright, tangy dressing. A slow drizzle of olive oil while whisking creates a silky emulsion that clings well to greens, roasted vegetables, or grain salads.
10 min 16 oz 124 cal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2/3 cup olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Method
- 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the orange juice, orange zest, rice vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic until combined.
- 2
While whisking constantly, slowly drizzle in the olive oil in a thin stream until the dressing is emulsified and slightly thickened.
- 3
Whisk in the salt and black pepper, then taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- 4
Transfer the vinaigrette to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use, shaking well before serving.