Homemade Citrus Vinaigrette
This homemade citrus vinaigrette with lemon and orange is packed with flavor and so simple to make. You’ll never want to use the store-bought version again!
Ingredients
- 1 small shallot, (finely minced)
- ¾ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup lemon-flavored white balsamic vinegar, (or white wine vinegar or Champagne vinegar)
- 5 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
- ¼ teaspoon finely grated lemon zest, (may omit if using lemon-flavored vinegar)
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Combine the minced shallots, oil, vinegar, fresh squeezed orange juice, and lemon zest (if using) in a small jar with a screw-top lid. You could also use a salad shaker.1 small shallot, ¾ cup extra-virgin olive oil, ¼ cup lemon-flavored white balsamic vinegar, 5 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice, ¼ teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
- Close the lid tightly, then shake the jar vigorously until the vinaigrette is well-blended.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.Kosher salt, Freshly ground black pepper
Notes
There are 16 servings in this recipe. Each serving is 1 tablespoon of vinaigrette.
You can customize the flavor by adding lemon or lime juice. You can also use other flavored olive oils or balsamic vinegars.
The vinaigrette should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator and used within 1 week to ensure freshness.
Separation is natural, so be sure to shake before serving.
Nutrition Info Per Serving
Nutrition Facts
Homemade Citrus Vinaigrette
Serving Size
1 tablespoon
Amount per Serving
Calories
100
% Daily Value*
Fat
10.1
g
16
%
Saturated Fat
1.4
g
7
%
Trans Fat
0
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
5.3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
3.8
g
Cholesterol
0
mg
0
%
Sodium
70.8
mg
3
%
Potassium
30.6
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
2.3
g
1
%
Fiber
0.2
g
1
%
Sugar
1.4
g
2
%
Protein
0.2
g
0
%
Vitamin A
0
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
0
mg
0
%
Calcium
0
mg
0
%
Iron
0
mg
0
%
Net carbs
2.1
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.