Citrus Vinaigrette

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A bright, zesty dressing featuring fresh orange, grapefruit, and lime with a hint of ginger and heat.
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This vibrant Citrus Vinaigrette is a refreshing departure from standard salad dressings, combining the sweet-tart juices of fresh oranges, grapefruits, limes, and lemons. The addition of finely chopped ginger and a touch of hot chili sauce provides a gentle warmth that balances the acidity, while soy sauce adds a subtle savory depth. Extra virgin olive oil binds the flavors together, creating a glossy, emulsified dressing that coats greens beautifully. Perfect for spring salads, grilled vegetables, or as a marinade for chicken and fish, this recipe brings a burst of fresh, home-style flavor to your table. It’s quick to whip up and offers a sophisticated twist on everyday meals without requiring any exotic ingredients.

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Citrus Vinaigrette

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 296.0

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This vibrant Citrus Vinaigrette is a refreshing departure from standard salad dressings, combining the sweet-tart juices of fresh oranges, grapefruits, limes, and lemons. The addition of finely chopped ginger and a touch of hot chili sauce provides a gentle warmth that balances the acidity, while soy sauce adds a subtle savory depth. Extra virgin olive oil binds the flavors together, creating a glossy, emulsified dressing that coats greens beautifully. Perfect for spring salads, grilled vegetables, or as a marinade for chicken and fish, this recipe brings a burst of fresh, home-style flavor to your table. It&# 226;ÂÂs quick to whip up and offers a sophisticated twist on everyday meals without requiring any exotic ingredients.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Peel the orange, grapefruit, lime, and lemon, removing only the outer colored zest and avoiding the bitter white pith.
  2. Cut each citrus fruit into segments over a large stainless steel bowl to catch all the excess juices.
  3. Carefully dice the citrus segments into small, uniform pieces, taking care not to crush them into pulp.
  4. In the same bowl with the juices, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, champagne vinegar, soy sauce, and hot chili sauce until well blended.
  5. Stir in the pink peppercorns, finely chopped fresh ginger, fresh cilantro leaves, diced fruit, and salt if using.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to use.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 296.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30.2g47%
Saturated Fat 4.2g22%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 649.4mg28%
Total Carbohydrate 7.1g3%
Dietary Fiber 1.6g7%
Sugars 3.3g
Protein 1.5g3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: citrus, vinaigrette, salad dressing, orange, grapefruit, lime, lemon, ginger, chili, soy sauce, olive oil, fresh, zesty, vegan, healthy, summer, light, fresh fruit, emulsion, flavorful
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