Orange Vinaigrette Dressing

A jar of homemade orange vinaigrette next to fresh oranges and a bowl of massaged kale.

Zesty orange vinaigrette is made with fresh citrus juice and a small handful of pantry staples. It's fresh and tangy with a touch of sweetness. Add this versatile citrus dressing to leafy green salads, berry salads, roasted vegetables, and more!

Author: Lindsey Jenkins

Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Ingredients

½ cup olive oil
1 teaspoon orange zest
½ cup freshly squeezed orange juice run through a fine mesh strainer
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
2 teaspoons honey
kosher salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

Add all the ingredients to a blender. Blend on high until smooth and emulsified. Season to taste with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Notes

Makes 1 ¼ cup.

See the blog post for helpful tips, storage, and serving ideas.

Make It Your Way: Substitutions & Variations

Use a different orange variety - such as blood oranges, cara cara oranges, mandarins, etc.

No honey? - use maple syrup.

Use a different kind of vinegar - it's also delicious with sherry vinegar, champagne vinegar, rice vinegar, or even apple cider vinegar.