Citrusy Vinaigrette with a Hint of Honey

This citrusy vinaigrette is a refreshing and flavorful dressing that can be used on a variety of dishes. The lemon and orange juices provide a bright, acidic flavor, while the honey adds a touch of sweetness. The white wine vinegar adds a bit of complexity, and the olive oil provides a rich, smooth texture. The fresh herbs add a final touch of brightness and flavor.

I first developed this recipe when I was looking for a light and refreshing dressing to use on a summer salad. I wanted something that was flavorful but not too heavy, and that would complement the fresh vegetables. I experimented with different combinations of citrus juices, vinegars, and oils, and eventually came up with this recipe. It's now one of my go-to dressings for salads, grilled vegetables, and fish.

Prep time: 5 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, orange juice, vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper.
2. Once the dressing is well combined, stir in the parsley and cilantro.
3. Drizzle the dressing over salads, grilled vegetables, or fish and enjoy!

Why It Works

• The combination of lemon and orange juices provides a bright, acidic flavor that is perfect for cutting through the richness of the olive oil.
• The honey adds a touch of sweetness that balances out the acidity of the citrus juices.
• The white wine vinegar adds a bit of complexity and depth of flavor.
• The olive oil provides a rich, smooth texture that coats the salad greens and vegetables evenly.
• The fresh herbs add a final touch of brightness and flavor.