Best 5 Orange Cumin Vinaigrette Recipes

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**Orange Cumin Vinaigrette: A Refreshing and Versatile Dressing for Salads, Vegetables, and More**

In the realm of culinary arts, there exists a world of vibrant and flavorful dressings, each possessing the ability to transform ordinary meals into extraordinary experiences. Among these culinary masterpieces, the Orange Cumin Vinaigrette stands out as a true gem, offering a delightful fusion of citrusy freshness, earthy cumin notes, and a hint of tangy sweetness. This versatile dressing not only elevates salads to new heights but also serves as a perfect marinade for vegetables, grilled meats, and even as a dipping sauce for appetizers. With its vibrant orange hue and aromatic profile, the Orange Cumin Vinaigrette is sure to leave a lasting impression on your taste buds.

**Original Orange Cumin Vinaigrette:**

This classic recipe forms the foundation of the Orange Cumin Vinaigrette family, showcasing a harmonious balance of orange juice, cumin, Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, and red wine vinegar. Its bright and tangy flavor profile makes it an ideal accompaniment to leafy greens, roasted vegetables, and grilled chicken.

**Orange Cumin Vinaigrette with Avocado:**

In this variation, the addition of creamy avocado lends a luscious texture and a boost of healthy fats to the dressing. Its vibrant green color and rich flavor profile make it a perfect choice for salads, grain bowls, and even as a spread for sandwiches and wraps.

**Orange Cumin Vinaigrette with Pomegranate Molasses:**

This delightful twist incorporates pomegranate molasses, adding a layer of sweet-tart complexity to the dressing. Its deep red hue and unique flavor profile make it an excellent choice for salads featuring roasted butternut squash, quinoa, and feta cheese.

**Orange Cumin Vinaigrette with Mint:**

The incorporation of fresh mint in this recipe brings a refreshing and herbaceous touch to the dressing. Its vibrant green color and aromatic profile make it an ideal accompaniment to salads, grilled lamb, and even as a marinade for tofu.

With its versatility and captivating flavors, the Orange Cumin Vinaigrette family offers a delightful array of options to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer the classic recipe or explore the variations infused with avocado, pomegranate molasses, or mint, these dressings are guaranteed to add a burst of flavor to your culinary creations.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ORANGE CUMIN VINAIGRETTE



Orange Cumin Vinaigrette image

Vibrant and fruity, this dressing requires no whisking, drizzling, or machinery of any kind, just a jar with a lid. This 'make and shake' method should be used only if you are going to eat your salad right away.

Provided by Chef John

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

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 ½ teaspoons grated orange zest
1 teaspoon ground cumin, or to taste
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
¼ cup rice vinegar
⅓ cup olive oil, or to taste
1 pinch salt, or to taste
1 pinch ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place Dijon mustard, orange zest, cumin, red pepper flakes, orange juice, rice wine vinegar, and olive oil into a jar with a screw top. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cover jar and shake vigorously for 2 minutes to form temporary emulsion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.3 calories, Carbohydrate 0.7 g, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 24.2 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

ORANGE CUMIN VINAIGRETTE



Orange Cumin Vinaigrette image

Categories     No-Cook     Salad Dressing     Orange     Winter     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 garlic clove
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup fresh orange juice
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon minced shallot (1 small)
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon cumin seeds, toasted
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Mince garlic and mash to a paste with 1/4 teaspoon salt, then whisk together with orange and lime juices, shallot, honey, cumin, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  • Add oil in a slow stream, whisking until well blended, and whisk in pepper.

JICAMA AND ORANGE SALAD WITH CITRUS-CUMIN VINAIGRETTE



Jicama and Orange Salad with Citrus-Cumin Vinaigrette image

This simple and flavorful salad is well balanced thanks to crunchy jicama, sweet oranges, and tender baby spinach.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 oranges
1 jicama (about 1 1/2 pounds), peeled and julienned
3 ounces baby spinach, rinsed
Citrus-Cumin Vinaigrette

Steps:

  • Using a sharp knife, cut both ends off the oranges, and remove the peel and pith. Slice the peeled fruit crosswise into 1/4-inch rounds, and remove any seeds. Transfer slices to a large bowl, and combine with jicama and spinach. Toss with the vinaigrette, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 3 g, Sodium 55 g

CARROTS IN ORANGE-CUMIN VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 15m

Yield Four servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 teaspoons cumin seeds
1/4 cup orange juice
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons Champagne vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch-by-2-inch sticks
1 tablespoon finely chopped Italian parsley

Steps:

  • Toast the cumin in a heavy skillet over medium heat, shaking the pan, about 30 seconds. Put the seeds on a work surface, cover with plastic wrap and crush the seeds with a rolling pin.
  • Put the orange juice in a bowl and whisk in the cumin seeds, mustard, salt, pepper and vinegar. Whisk in the olive oil. Set aside.
  • Steam the carrots until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Drain and toss the hot carrots in the vinaigrette. Let cool to room temperature. To serve, divide the carrots and vinaigrette among 4 plates and sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 94, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 352 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

FENNEL, BEET AND ORANGE SALAD WITH CUMIN VINAIGRETTE



Fennel, Beet and Orange Salad With Cumin Vinaigrette image

One of the things I love best about this refreshing salad is that it doesn't wilt, making it a a great choice for a potluck or a buffet. There's a nice contrast of textures going on, with the crunchy fennel, soft beets and juicy oranges. The dish has Moroccan overtones, with the combination of oranges and beets, and the cumin in the dressing.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, lunch, vegetables, appetizer, side dish

Time 15m

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 medium beets, roasted peeled, halved and cut in thin half-moons
2 medium fennel bulbs (about 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 pounds), trimmed, quartered, cored and sliced very thin across the grain
1 navel orange, peeled, pith cut away, and cut in thin rounds or sections
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon lightly toasted cumin seeds, crushed
Salt to taste
1 small garlic clove, puréed (optional)
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine beets, fennel, orange slices or medallions, mint and cilantro in a large salad bowl.
  • Whisk together lemon or lime juice, sugar, cumin, salt, optional garlic and olive oil. Toss with the salad and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 139, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 399 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

Tips:

  • Use high-quality oranges for the best flavor. Look for oranges that are heavy for their size and have a deep orange color.
  • To get the most juice out of your oranges, roll them on a hard surface before cutting them in half.
  • If you don't have a microplane, you can use a fine grater to zest the oranges.
  • Be sure to taste the dressing before serving and adjust the seasonings to your liking.
  • This dressing is best used within a few days of making it.

Conclusion:

Orange cumin vinaigrette is a versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of salads, roasted vegetables, and grilled meats. It's easy to make and packed with flavor, thanks to the combination of orange juice, cumin, and honey. Whether you're looking for a light and refreshing dressing for a summer salad or a flavorful marinade for grilled chicken, orange cumin vinaigrette is a great option.

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