Description
A flavorful twist on traditional balsamic dressing, infused with fresh orange juice and zest.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup high-quality olive oil
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (approximately 1 large orange)
- 1 tablespoon agave syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon whole grain mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Zest from 1 orange
Instructions
- Combine balsamic vinegar, orange juice, agave syrup (or honey), whole grain mustard, onion powder, sea salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Whisk the ingredients thoroughly until they form a cohesive mixture.
- Gradually incorporate the olive oil into the bowl, whisking steadily to create a smooth emulsion.
- Fold in the orange zest to enhance the dressing’s aroma and flavor.
- Sample the dressing and adjust seasoning as desired.
- Pour the dressing into a sealed container and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least half an hour.
- Shake well before serving over your favorite salads or dishes.
Notes
- Adjust sweetness by adding more agave syrup or honey if desired.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Great for drizzling over grilled vegetables or as a marinade.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dressing
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg