Citrus Peanut Dressing
Elevate your salads and bowls with the zesty, nutty goodness of Citrus Peanut Dressing, a quick and flavorful homemade sauce that’s ready in just 10 minutes! This creamy dressing blends the rich, velvety texture of smooth peanut butter with the bright tang of freshly squeezed orange and lime juices, creating a perfectly balanced harmony of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Infused with fresh ginger, minced garlic, and a hint of sesame oil, it packs an irresistible Asian-inspired twist that complements everything from crisp greens to hearty grain bowls. Customizable and diet-friendly, this dressing can easily be made vegan by swapping honey for maple syrup. Drizzle it, dip it, or toss it—this one-bowl recipe is a versatile kitchen gem you’ll want to make again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp Peanut butter (smooth, unsweetened)
- 2 tbsp Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tbsp Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tbsp Soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 tsp Honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 2 tsp Rice vinegar
- 1 tsp Ginger (freshly grated)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp Sesame oil
- 2 tbsp Water (adjust for consistency)
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 pinch Black pepper
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, orange juice, and lime juice. Use a whisk to thoroughly blend until smooth.
Add the soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), and rice vinegar to the mixture. Whisk again to ensure everything is evenly combined.
Stir in the fresh grated ginger, minced garlic, and sesame oil.
Gradually add water, one tablespoon at a time, whisking after each addition until the dressing reaches your desired consistency. It should be pourable but still creamy.
Season with a pinch of salt and a pinch of black pepper to taste. Adjust sweetness, acidity, or salt levels by adding extra honey, lime juice, or soy sauce as needed.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or container with a lid and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
Serve over salads, grain bowls, or as a dipping sauce. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
559 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.1 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 922 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.8 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.6 g | ||
| Protein | 17.6 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 51 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 597 mg | 13% | |
*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.
