Ingredients
1 juice of 1 orange
1 (preferably a large spanish
1 navel orange)
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp balsamic or white wine
1 vinegar
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 pinch salt
1/4 tsp dry mustard powder
1 freshly-ground black pepper
1 tsp brown sugar.
Directions
Put everything in a screw-top jar and shake thoroughly. Will keep for
a couple of days in the refrigerator.
Servings: 1 servings
Citrus Vinaigrette Dressing Recipe brought to you by Recipe Ideas
Categories: Fruit; Salad; Sauce
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We hope you enjoy this Citrus Vinaigrette Dressing recipe.
