Mandarin Orange Vinaigrette
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At home, we eat a lot of salad and I find it very important to eat a little every day. It helps to keep your metabolism going. I have many salad recipes that we enjoy but once in a while, it’s perfectly fine to have one with just lettuce and fresh cut veggies.
 
Of course, from there I have a lot of vinaigrette and dressing recipes to choose from such as my Zippy Ranch Dressing, Raspberry Vinaigrette, Blue Cheese Dressing, Italian Vinaigrette, Russian Dressing, Roasted Red Pepper Parmesan Vinaigrette, Thousand Island Dressing, and many more. On rare occasions though, like anybody else, I buy a bottle at my supermarket because I feel lazy… Yes, it happens to me as well!
 
There was one that I really enjoyed but all of a sudden, I couldn’t find it anymore. I looked at other grocery stores and even looked it up on the internet on the manufacturer’s site. Alas, it was discontinued… gone! Sound familiar?
 
I’m glad the company stopped producing it because it forced me to make a better version at home. Here’s my Mandarin Orange Vinaigrette! Oh my! This recipe is much tastier than the one I used to buy. Although it was good, it wasn’t as flavorful as my homemade version.
 
I use an ingredient that makes this vinaigrette a superstar… my Orange Curd! The condensed flavor from the curd gives the vinaigrette that delicious freshness from the oranges. With the other added ingredients, this mandarin orange vinaigrette is a-m-a-z-i-n-g!
 
Just like the original, there’s the subtle taste of sesame that completes this simple, yet delicious homemade vinaigrette. There’s also a slight zip to it, not enough to make it “spicy” but sufficient to make it even more appealing!
 
If you are like me and enjoyed this vinaigrette in the past but can’t find it anymore, don’t get discouraged, make my Mandarin Orange Vinaigrette! It’s quick and easy with an incredible taste… so give it a try!
Bon Appétit!
 
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Strawberry Salad
Tabbouleh
Cran-Apricot California Salad
Jicama Mango Pepper Salad
Chickpea Corn Salad
Moroccan Couscous Salad
Bacon Wedge Salad
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Mandarin Orange Vinaigrette

Mandarin Orange Vinaigrette with Sesame

This vinaigrette is smooth, velvety with a slight zip to it! It's a delightful addition to a mixed salad!
5 from 3 votes
Servings 1 cup

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Passive time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup orange curd see Recipe
  • 1/4 cup grapeseed oil or any other flavorless oil tips & tricks
  • 1 tbsp. sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp. white wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp. honey tips & tricks
  • 1/2 tbsp. Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 tsp. white pepper
  • 1/8 tsp. ground Himalayan sea salt

Directions
 

  • In a medium bowl, add orange curd. Emulsify the grapeseed oil by slowly pouring in the curd, whisking constantly - it prevents it from separating.
  • Continue whisking to incorporate the sesame oil as well as the white wine vinegar.
  • Add honey, mustard, freshly ground black pepper and salt; whisk well to blend ingredients. Serve over salad.

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