By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 11, 2026
Serves 3
1067 cal · 15 min
Savory Citrus Dressing
Recipe GLPR8d42ee63ebe257
A bright and balanced vinaigrette featuring a harmonious blend of fresh citrus juices and zests, enriched with extra virgin olive oil and balanced with champagne vinegar. This versatile dressing combines the tartness of lemon and lime with the sweetness of orange and honey, finished with the subtle flavor of fresh parsley and shallots. Perfect for drizzling over salads, grilled vegetables, or roasted proteins.
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Ingredients
¼ cup champagne vinegar
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
½ Zest from ½ lemon
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
½ cup freshly squeezed orange juice from a navel orange
½ Zest from ½ orange
2 tablespoons clover honey
2 tablespoons finely minced shallots
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat leaf parsley
1 teaspoon gray sea salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1½ cups good quality extra virgin olive oil
Directions
In a blender, combine the champagne vinegar, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, lime juice, orange juice, orange zest, honey, minced shallots, chopped parsley, sea salt, and black pepper.
Blend the mixture on medium speed until smooth and well combined, about 1-2 minutes.
With the blender running on low speed, slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil in a thin, steady stream. This gradual incorporation will create an emulsified dressing with proper consistency.
Continue blending until the dressing reaches your desired texture and the oil is fully incorporated, approximately 1-2 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Transfer to a glass container and refrigerate. The dressing will keep for up to one week when stored in the refrigerator.
Comments
This dressing is dead-simple and honest about its 15-minute prep—just whisking citrus, vinegar, honey, and shallots together. Every ingredient is available at any Charlotte grocer, with no special stops required. At roughly $0.40 per serving it's cheap enough for weeknight salads, and the balance of acid and brightness works on greens, grains, or roasted vegetables. The only caveat is that it's best dressed fresh rather than stored; make it the night you serve it to keep the citrus snap from fading.
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