Mandarin Orange Vinaigrette Dressing
Brighten up your salads with this zesty and refreshing Mandarin Orange Vinaigrette Dressing. Bursting with the fresh, citrusy sweetness of mandarin orange juice and complemented by a hint of honey, Dijon mustard, and finely minced garlic, this homemade dressing strikes the perfect balance of tangy and sweet. The olive oil and white wine vinegar create a smooth, velvety base, while a touch of mandarin orange zest adds an optional but delightful depth of flavor. Ready in just 10 minutes, this quick and versatile vinaigrette is perfect for drizzling over mixed greens, roasted vegetables, or even grilled chicken. Plus, it’s made with wholesome, simple ingredients and can be customized to suit your taste. Shake, whisk, and enjoy – your salads will never be the same!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Mandarin orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon White wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic (finely minced)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.5 teaspoon Mandarin orange zest (optional, for extra flavor)
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl or jar with a lid, add the freshly squeezed mandarin orange juice, olive oil, white wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic.
Season with salt, black pepper, and add mandarin orange zest if desired for extra depth of flavor.
Whisk together vigorously until the mixture emulsifies and becomes smooth. Alternatively, seal the jar and shake it well to combine.
Taste the vinaigrette and adjust for sweetness (add more honey) or acidity (add a touch more vinegar) according to your preferences.
Serve immediately over your favorite salad or store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Shake or whisk again before using if the dressing separates during storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
468 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.1 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 708 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.4 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| 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.
