Blood Orange Vinaigrette

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Blood Orange Vinaigrette
10 min.
6
67kcal

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Elevate your salads and side dishes with a burst of vibrant flavor from this Blood Orange Vinaigrette! Perfectly balancing the sweet and tangy notes of fresh blood oranges, this dressing is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight with its stunning ruby hue. Whether you're drizzling it over a crisp green salad, roasted vegetables, or even grilled fish, this vinaigrette adds a refreshing twist that will leave your guests asking for the recipe.

What makes this vinaigrette even more appealing is its versatility. It’s vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it an excellent choice for a variety of dietary preferences. With just a handful of simple ingredients, including freshly squeezed blood orange juice, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of whole-grain mustard, you can whip up this delightful dressing in just 10 minutes!

Not only is it quick and easy to prepare, but it also stores well in the refrigerator for up to four days, allowing you to enjoy its deliciousness throughout the week. So, whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking to jazz up your weekday meals, this Blood Orange Vinaigrette is sure to impress. Get ready to savor the bright, citrusy flavors that will transform your dishes into something truly special!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.8 cup blood orange juice freshly squeezed (from 3 to 4 medium oranges)
  • 0.5 teaspoon blood orange zest finely grated
  • teaspoon kosher salt 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon freshly squeezed
  • tablespoons shallots finely chopped
  • 0.8 cup vegetable oil 
  • teaspoons coarse mustard 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Place all of the ingredients except the oil in a medium, nonreactive bowl and whisk to combine. While whisking continuously, add the oil in a slow, steady stream until it’s fully incorporated. Refrigerate in a container with a tightfitting lid for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Facts

Calories67kcal
Protein2.37%
Fat72.22%
Carbs25.41%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.33
Glycemic Load
1.81
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.5139130328013%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.3mg
Hesperetin
4.43mg
Naringenin
0.73mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:67.46kcal
3.37%
Fat:5.59g
8.6%
Saturated Fat:0.85g
5.3%
Carbohydrates:4.43g
1.48%
Net Carbohydrates:4.09g
1.49%
Sugar:3.02g
3.35%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:406.72mg
17.68%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.41g
0.82%
Vitamin C:18.27mg
22.14%
Vitamin K:10.38µg
9.88%
Vitamin E:0.48mg
3.17%
Folate:11.7µg
2.93%
Potassium:83.95mg
2.4%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.33%
Manganese:0.04mg
2.19%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.43%
Magnesium:5.6mg
1.4%
Fiber:0.34g
1.36%
Vitamin A:66.25IU
1.33%
Copper:0.02mg
1.08%
Source:Chow