Creamy Citrus Mayonnaise
Brighten up your spreads and sauces with this luscious Creamy Citrus Mayonnaise, a zesty twist on a classic condiment. This homemade recipe combines velvety egg yolks with the tang of fresh lemon and orange juices, enhanced by vibrant citrus zest, a hint of Dijon mustard, and a touch of sweetness. Whisked to perfection with vegetable oil, this mayonnaise achieves a rich, creamy texture that’s perfect for sandwiches, dips, or drizzling over fresh salads. Ready in just 10 minutes and seasoned with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper, it’s a quick, versatile addition to elevate any dish. Refrigerate for a blend of flavors that only gets better with time—your taste buds will thank you!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1.5 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon Zest of lemon
- 0.5 teaspoon Zest of orange
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 cup Vegetable oil
- 0.125 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Water (optional)
Instructions
Place the egg yolks, Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, fresh orange juice, lemon zest, orange zest, salt, and sugar into a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Whisk the mixture until it is smooth and evenly combined.
While whisking continuously, slowly drizzle in the vegetable oil, starting with just a few drops at a time. Gradually increase the flow as the mixture begins to thicken and emulsify.
Continue whisking and adding oil until all the oil is incorporated and the mayonnaise reaches a thick and creamy consistency.
Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste. Adjust the salt or citrus juices as needed to balance the flavor.
If the mayonnaise is too thick, whisk in a few drops of water to loosen it to your desired consistency.
Transfer the creamy citrus mayonnaise to a clean container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1936 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 219.3 g | 281% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.1 g | 166% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 134.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 369 mg | 123% | |
| Sodium | 722 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 56 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 99 mg | 2% | |
*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.
