Easy Salad Dressing Succulent Citrus Salad Dressing
Brighten up your salads with this *Easy Salad Dressing Succulent Citrus Salad Dressing*, a zesty blend of fresh orange and lemon juice, perfectly balanced with the richness of extra virgin olive oil and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. This quick 5-minute recipe combines wholesome ingredients like Dijon mustard and minced garlic for a tangy, savory kick, while optional orange zest adds an extra layer of citrusy freshness. Whether whisked to perfection or shaken in a jar, this vibrant dressing is ideal not only for tossing with leafy greens but also as a marinade for grilled chicken or fish. With no cooking required and a refrigerator shelf life of up to 5 days, this effortless citrus vinaigrette promises to become your go-to for elevating everyday meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 4 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Orange zest (optional)
Instructions
Peel and mince the garlic clove finely or use a garlic press to crush it into a paste for bold flavor distribution.
In a small mixing bowl or a mason jar, combine fresh orange juice, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard.
Add the minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and optional orange zest for extra brightness.
Whisk vigorously until the dressing is emulsified, or if using a mason jar, secure the lid tightly and shake until everything is well combined.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or honey if needed.
Serve immediately over fresh salad greens, roasted vegetables, or use as a marinade for fish or chicken.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Re-whisk or shake before using to recombine ingredients.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
588 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.3 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 707 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.3 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.7 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 16 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 146 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.
