Best 5 Citrus Grapefruit Vinaigrette Recipes

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Are you looking for a light and refreshing salad dressing that is packed with flavor? If so, you'll love this Citrus Grapefruit Vinaigrette. Made with fresh grapefruit juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, and a touch of salt and pepper, this dressing is the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory. It's also incredibly versatile and can be used on a variety of salads, from simple green salads to more complex salads with grilled chicken or fish. In addition to the Citrus Grapefruit Vinaigrette, this article also includes recipes for two other delicious salad dressings: a Creamy Avocado Dressing and a Balsamic Vinaigrette. So whether you're looking for a light and refreshing dressing or something a little more rich and creamy, you're sure to find a recipe in this article that you'll love.

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CITRUS (GRAPEFRUIT) VINAIGRETTE



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Super easy and super tasty! Revised from a recipe from the Old Orchard Juice website. Note that I used about half the oil and I used canola instead of olive so that the grapefruit flavors could shine through, but that was just personal preference.

Provided by januarybride

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 14 oz, 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1/2 cup ruby red grapefruit juice (it may be a blend, and that's OK)
1/2 shallot, minced (may sub 1 tsp dried minced onion)
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine first 7 ingredients in a medium sized mixing bowl.
  • Slowly whisk in olive oil to produce an emulsification.
  • Serve with grapefruit sections and avocado slices with fresh spring mix.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.3, Fat 21.6, SaturatedFat 3, Sodium 32.7, Carbohydrate 2, Sugar 1.8, Protein 0.1

GRAPEFRUIT VINAIGRETTE



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A refreshing grapefruit dressing that's easy to make! I like to put it on a salad of spinach, walnuts, and apple chunks.

Provided by BrieanneM

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup freshly squeezed grapefruit juice
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon dry mustard
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Whisk grapefruit juice, vegetable oil, sugar, and dry mustard together in a bowl. Season dressing with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.4 calories, Carbohydrate 2.6 g, Fat 9.2 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 26.1 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

CITRUS VINAIGRETTE



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This vinaigrette gets its refreshing tartness from the zest and juice of three types of citrus: orange, lemon, and grapefruit. It makes for a delicious homemade salad dressing.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Yield Makes 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 teaspoon finely grated grapefruit zest
1/4 cup fresh grapefruit juice
1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon rice-wine vinegar (not seasoned)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
Pinch of freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk all the ingredients together in a nonreactive medium bowl until combined. Use immediately, or refrigerate, covered, for up to 3 days.

CITRUS VINAIGRETTE



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Sweet vinaigrette to pour over any salad. See note in recipe to make this vinaigrette and salad your very OWN!

Provided by Hopkins82

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 2-3 tsp, 6-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons fresh squeezed orange juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • combine all ingredients together and whisk until well incorporated.
  • Drizzle 2-3 tsp of dressing over your salads.
  • Note: this is a great dressing to go with any green salad that is combined with some sort of fruit (pear, orange segments, grapes, strawberries, dried sweet cranberries), add some type of nut (almonds, walnuts), and cheese (crumbled bleu, feta, gorgonzola). MAKE IT YOUR OWN!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64.9, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 10.1, Carbohydrate 6.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 6.2, Protein 0.1

MIXED CITRUS VINAIGRETTE



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This is a delightful alternative to ordinary salad dressings. Works well with many types of salads ingredients like greens, vegetables, and fruits.

Provided by Alex99

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 tablespoon grapefruit juice
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
6 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped toasted walnuts
2 tablespoons grated Romano cheese
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Mix together the vinegar, orange juice, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and lemon juice. Slowly add the olive oil while whisking vigorously. Add the walnuts and Romano cheese and stir. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 45 calories, Carbohydrate 0.5 g, Cholesterol 0.8 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 9.3 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

Tips:

  • For a sweeter vinaigrette, use pink or red grapefruit.
  • To make a tangier vinaigrette, use white or yellow grapefruit.
  • Use freshly squeezed grapefruit juice for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have grapefruit juice, you can substitute lemon or orange juice.
  • Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve the vinaigrette immediately or store it in a jar in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Conclusion:

With its bright citrus flavor and versatile applications, this Citrus Grapefruit Vinaigrette is a delightful and refreshing addition to any dish. Whether you're using it to dress a salad, marinate chicken or fish, or simply drizzle it over roasted vegetables, this vinaigrette is sure to please. So next time you're looking for a flavorful and healthy dressing, give this Citrus Grapefruit Vinaigrette a try!

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