by Fresh orange juice, nutty sesame oil, and garlicky goodness come together in this zesty Sesame Citrus Vinaigrette Salad Dressing that takes just 5 minutes to make, no blender required! It’s bright, savory, and totally addictive. Make it ahead and stash it in the fridge for a flavorful, fuss-free dressing that’ll actually make you crave salads.
What’s citrusy, tangy, but still has a delicious, umami-packed flavor? This Sesame Citrus Vinaigrette Salad Dressing!
Seriously, I couldn’t stop sneaking tastes of this citrus salad dressing straight from the jar, it’s THAT delicious. It’s the perfect balance of zesty and bright, with a hint of nuttiness from the sesame oil and sweetness from the orange juice.
If the ‘Sesame’ part throws you off, I get it, but trust me, it MAKES this dressing.
I tested this orange citrus salad dressing both with and without the sesame oil, and while it’s still delicious without, adding it just adds a whole new depth of flavor that’s so irresistible.
With that being said, if you want another absolutely delicious salad dressing, my Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette is one of my most popular recipes for a reason!
What Makes This Dressing So Good
As a Registered Dietitian, you know I’m allllll about ways to make vegetables taste amazing, and this citrus dressing for salads does just that!
Not only is it super zesty and flavorful, but it also only takes 5 minutes to whip up, and you don’t even need a blender!
If you’re as big a fan of sesame as I am, you NEED to try my 20-Minute Ginger Sesame Tofu! It’s absolutely packed with protein and is seriously so easy to make, it’s the easiest weeknight dinner!
Endless Ways to Citrus-ify Your Plate
- Drizzle it over my 5-minute Green Salad and you’ll be in flavor heaven!
- Tossed with cold noodles and shredded cabbage
- As a marinade for my Actually Tasty and Healthy Air Fryer Tofu Nuggets
- Over grain bowls for a delish boost!
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Everything You’ll Need
Fresh Orange Juice: Brings that bright, zesty sweetness that makes this dressing shine! I’ve tested it with store-bought juice too, and don’t worry, it’s still absolutely delicious.
Sesame Oil: For nutty, umami flavor!
Soy Sauce: Since the saltiness balances out the sweetness of the orange juice perfectly!
Lime juice: To add a little extra tang!
Olive Oil: To help this citrus dressing perfectly coat any salad it’s poured on!
Garlic: Because what’s a salad dressing without a little garlic?!
5 Minutes to Flavor Town
5-Minute Sesame Citrus Vinaigrette Salad Dressing
Ingredients
- 2 oranges, juiced, or about 1/2 cup of juice
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tsp soy sauce
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- salt and pepper to taste, if desired
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a small bowl and whisk well to combine.
