Blood Orange Almond Vinaigrette
Elevate your salads with the vibrant and zesty flavors of this Blood Orange Almond Vinaigrette, a luscious homemade dressing that strikes the perfect balance between sweet, tangy, and nutty. Freshly squeezed blood orange juice and zest create a citrusy base, while white wine vinegar and Dijon mustard add depth and complexity. A drizzle of almond oil and extra virgin olive oil brings a silky texture and subtle richness to the mix, complemented by a touch of honey for natural sweetness. Ready in just 5 minutes, this quick and easy vinaigrette is perfect for drizzling over leafy greens, roasted vegetables, or even grilled seafood. Packed with fresh, wholesome ingredients, this vinaigrette combines gourmet flair with everyday simplicity.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Blood orange juice
- 1 teaspoon Blood orange zest
- 2 tablespoons White wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons Almond oil
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the blood orange juice, blood orange zest, white wine vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard. Whisk together until well combined.
Slowly drizzle in the almond oil while whisking continuously to emulsify the mixture.
Add the extra virgin olive oil gradually, whisking until the vinaigrette is smooth and fully emulsified.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, whisking to incorporate.
Transfer the vinaigrette to a clean glass jar or bottle with a lid. Shake well before each use to ensure all ingredients are evenly mixed.
Serve immediately over your favorite salad or store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
474 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.1 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1297 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.8 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.1 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 137 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
