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Orange Vinaigrette

Zesty Orange Vinaigrette: Elevate Your Salad Game Today

Elevate your salads with this delicious Orange Vinaigrette that balances tangy and sweet for a nutritious dressing.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • ¼ cup vinegar can swap with white wine vinegar for milder taste
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest fresh zest for best taste
  • ⅓ cup fresh orange juice one orange typically yields this amount
  • 2 tablespoons honey can substitute with agave nectar for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard acts as emulsifying agent
  • ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil use high-quality oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced shallot can substitute with finely chopped red onion
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt adjust to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper adjust to taste

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine vinegar, orange zest, orange juice, honey, and Dijon mustard. Whisk for about 30 seconds until well combined and smooth.
  2. Add minced shallots to the mixture and stir for another 15 seconds.
  3. While whisking continuously, gradually pour in olive oil over 30-45 seconds until emulsified.
  4. Taste and add sea salt and black pepper, whisking for an additional 10 seconds to combine.
  5. Transfer the vinaigrette to an airtight container, seal, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 85mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 20mg

Notes

This vinaigrette is versatile; try it on salads, roasted veggies, or grilled meats. For variations, consider using maple syrup instead of honey.

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