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    Author: Donna | Published: Jan 22, 2018 |

    Whole Orange and Thyme Vinaigrette

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    Orange and Thyme Vinaigrette

    Add this Whole Orange and Thyme Vinaigrette to your homemade salad dressing repertoire and you will have a fun, zesty dressing on hand to drizzle on your favorite salad, chicken, or fish. Add a little sunshine to your day!

    Orange and Thyme Vinaigrette

    Why not try this jalapeno vinaigrette next for something different?

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    Whole Orange and Thyme Vinaigrette

    This citrus blast of a salad dressing combines a handful of simple ingredients like fresh orange juice, orange zest, fresh thyme, and a little bit of apple cider vinegar for some kick.

    The sweetness of the oranges shines through, making this citrus vinaigrette the perfect accompaniment to a nice earthy salad or some perfectly grilled chicken or fish.

    I love serving it with:

    • garlicky orange spinach salad
    • oregano and lemon chicken skewers and a side of baby spinach
    • grilled chicken breasts.
    Orange and Thyme Vinaigrette

    Assembly Instructions

    This simple salad dressing comes together in no time at all.

    Simply add all of the ingredients to a large bowl or a mason jar with a fitted lid, and whisk or shake until everything is well combined.

    The layers will separate when left to sit, so be sure to give it a stir or a shake before drizzling.

    It can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for about one week.

    Just be sure to give it a good ol' shake before drizzling it on your meal of choice to get those flavors combined with the olive oil.

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    Orange and Thyme Vinaigrette

    Whole Orange and Thyme Vinaigrette

    Add this Whole Orange and Thyme Vinaigrette to your homemade salad dressing repertoire and you will have a fun, zesty dressing on hand to drizzle on your favorite salad, chicken or fish. Add a little sunshine to your day!
    4.25 from 12 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Salad
    Cuisine Vegetarian
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 181 kcal

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    Ingredients
      

    • 1 teaspoon orange zest
    • ⅔ cup fresh orange juice
    • 2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
    • ⅓ cup olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, removed from stalk and roughly chopped
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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    Instructions
     

    • In a large bowl whisk together orange zest, orange juice, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, fresh thyme, salt, and pepper until blended. 
    • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

    Notes

    Store: store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 181kcalCarbohydrates: 4.8gProtein: 0.4gFat: 18.3gSaturated Fat: 1.8gSodium: 75mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 3.5g
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    If you have a plethora of oranges growing in your yard this season you will no doubt be looking for some more ways to use up that fantastic citrus. Check out these amazing recipes from other bloggers around the world:

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    Comments

    1. Amanda says

      January 30, 2018 at 5:01 am

      What a beautiful way to use winter citrus! Thyme is one of my favorite herbs and it must pair so well with the oranges in this dressing. This would be a fantastic way to brighten up chicken breasts for an easy weeknight dinner!

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      • Donna1 says

        January 30, 2018 at 12:38 pm

        Yes, so good drizzled over some grilled chicken!

        Reply
    2. Sarah says

      January 29, 2018 at 5:51 am

      I absolutely adore homemade salad dressings! I haven’t tried many with a fruit base though, and this sounds delicious! I want to pour it over everything!

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      • Donna1 says

        January 29, 2018 at 7:41 am

        It's so good. Gives a great zip to any salad 🙂

        Reply
    3. Melissa says

      January 27, 2018 at 9:20 am

      I love homemade vinaigrette! And I think the citrus in this would be amazing on salad! I just picked up some lettuce at our winter farmer's market and will have to try this dressing on it!

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        January 27, 2018 at 1:16 pm

        Yum!! Enjoy 🙂

        Reply
    4. Amy Nash says

      January 27, 2018 at 7:13 am

      There is nothing like a fresh, homemade vinairgrette and the flavors in this one sound incredible! And the colors are so vibrant and lovely!

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        January 27, 2018 at 1:16 pm

        It's like a little bit of sunshine on a winter's day 🙂

        Reply
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