Citrus Garlic Salad Dressing Marinade

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Elevate your dishes with the bright and zesty flavors of this Citrus Garlic Salad Dressing Marinade—a versatile recipe that doubles as a tangy dressing and a bold marinade. Made with a harmonious blend of extra virgin olive oil, fresh orange and lemon juices, a touch of honey, and Dijon mustard, it strikes the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Minced garlic and citrus zests add layers of aromatic complexity, while a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper enhance every note. Effortlessly emulsified in just 10 minutes, this homemade dressing is perfect for drizzling over crisp salads or marinating chicken, fish, or vegetables for a flavorful upgrade. With its refreshing citrus profile and all-natural ingredients, this recipe is as nutritious as it is delicious!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 10 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

10 items

• 0.5 cups extra virgin olive oil
• 0.25 cups fresh orange juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 teaspoons orange zest
• 0.5 teaspoons lemon zest

📝 Instructions

6 steps

1. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard until the honey is completely dissolved.

2. Add the minced garlic, orange zest, lemon zest, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to the mixture, stirring to combine.

3. While continuously whisking, slowly drizzle the olive oil into the bowl in a steady stream. This will help emulsify the dressing.

4. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if desired.

5. Transfer the dressing to a clean jar or airtight container. Shake well before each use.

6. Use immediately as a salad dressing, or as a marinade for chicken, fish, or vegetables. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (42.2g)

Calories		189
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		19.3 g	25%
	Saturated Fat	2.8 g	14%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		181 mg	8%
Total Carbohydrate		4.9 g	2%
	Dietary Fiber	0.2 g	1%
	Total Sugars	3.8 g
Protein		0.2 g	0%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		6 mg	0%
Iron		0.2 mg	1%
Potassium		41 mg	1%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1042 cal (89.5%%)

Protein: 5 cal (0.4%%)

Carbs: 117 cal (10.1%%)