Walnut Orange Salad Dressing
Elevate your salads with the vibrant and nutty flavors of Walnut Orange Salad Dressing, a simple yet sophisticated homemade dressing that's bursting with freshness and complexity. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of freshly squeezed orange juice and zest with the rich, toasty depth of walnuts, balanced perfectly by honey, Dijon mustard, and a splash of apple cider vinegar for tang. Extra virgin olive oil adds a luxurious creaminess, while a touch of salt and pepper ties it all together. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing blends to a silky smooth consistency and can be customized to your taste. Drizzle it over greens, grains, or roasted vegetables for a wholesome, citrusy twist that will brighten any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Walnuts
- 4 tablespoons Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 5 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 1 tablespoon Water (optional)
Instructions
Begin by toasting the walnuts to enhance their flavor. Place the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat and toast for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning. Once fragrant and lightly browned, transfer them to a plate to cool.
In a blender or food processor, combine the toasted walnuts, orange juice, orange zest, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar.
Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy. If the dressing is too thick, add up to 1 tablespoon of water to reach your desired consistency.
Season the dressing with salt and freshly ground black pepper, blending one final time to incorporate the seasoning.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more honey for sweetness, vinegar for tanginess, or salt and pepper to enhance the flavors.
Transfer the dressing to a small jar or serving vessel. Use immediately, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Shake or stir the dressing before serving, as it may separate over time. Drizzle over your favorite salads and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
848 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.9 g | 111% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1298 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.7 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.3 g | ||
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 39 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 271 mg | 6% | |
*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.
