Citrus Salad Dressing or Marinade

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Brighten up your meals with this zesty and versatile Citrus Salad Dressing or Marinade! Bursting with fresh, tangy flavors from orange, lemon, and lime juices, perfectly balanced by a touch of honey and fragrant Dijon mustard, this recipe is the ultimate addition to your kitchen repertoire. Infused with minced garlic, freshly chopped parsley, and vibrant citrus zests, this dressing creates a silky emulsion with extra virgin olive oil for a finish that's as smooth as it is flavorful. Ideal as a refreshing dressing to elevate leafy greens or as a marinade to tenderize and flavor chicken, fish, or vegetables, this vibrant recipe delivers bold, refreshing taste in just 10 minutes. Store this homemade citrus dressing in your fridge, and enjoy its bright, tangy goodness all week long! Keywords: citrus salad dressing, homemade marinade, citrus vinaigrette recipe, easy salad dressing.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 10 min
• Servings: 8 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

13 items

• 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.25 cup Freshly squeezed orange juice
• 3 tablespoons Freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Freshly squeezed lime juice
• 1.5 tablespoons Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Zest of an orange
• 0.5 teaspoon Zest of a lemon
• 0.5 teaspoon Zest of a lime

📝 Instructions

6 steps

1. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice, lime juice, honey, and Dijon mustard until well combined.

2. Gradually drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously to create a smooth emulsion.

3. Stir in the minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, and the zests of orange, lemon, and lime.

4. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or honey depending on your preference.

5. Transfer the dressing to a clean jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid. Shake well before each use.

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

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (38.2g)

Calories		146
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		14.5 g	19%
	Saturated Fat	2.1 g	11%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		137 mg	6%
Total Carbohydrate		5.0 g	2%
	Dietary Fiber	0.2 g	1%
	Total Sugars	4.1 g
Protein		0.2 g	0%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		6 mg	0%
Iron		0.2 mg	1%
Potassium		37 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 (86.3%%)

Protein: 4 cal (0.4%%)

Carbs: 161 cal (13.3%%)