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.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 4

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)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and mince the garlic clove finely or use a garlic press to crush it into a paste for bold flavor distribution.

Step 2

In a small mixing bowl or a mason jar, combine fresh orange juice, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and optional orange zest for extra brightness.

Step 4

Whisk vigorously until the dressing is emulsified, or if using a mason jar, secure the lid tightly and shake until everything is well combined.

Step 5

Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or honey if needed.

Step 6

Serve immediately over fresh salad greens, roasted vegetables, or use as a marinade for fish or chicken.

Step 7

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

Serving size	(167.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	588.3

Total Fat 57.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 707.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 25.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g	0%
Total Sugars 21.7g
Protein 0.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 15.6mg	0%
Iron 0.4mg	0%
Potassium 145.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 83.2%

Protein: 0.5%

Carbs: 16.3%