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Citrus Vinaigrette

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Always make more salad dressing than you'll need. It takes no longer to mix a big batch, and it means tomorrow night's salad will be ready in minutes. This recipe makes enough vinaigrette for three large salads.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    5 minutes

  • Yield

    Makes 1 1/2 cups

Ingredients

1 small shallot, finely chopped
3/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup Champagne vinegar or white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1/4 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
N/A freshly ground pepper

Preparation

  1. Combine first 6 ingredients in a small jar; season vinaigrette to taste with salt and pepper. Shake to blend. DO AHEAD: Vinaigrette can be made 1 week ahead. Cover and chill. Shake before using.

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