Best Tequila Orange Salad Dressing Recipes

CITRUS SALAD DRESSING (EASY VINAIGRETTE!)

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This zingy citrus salad dressing takes just minutes to make! It's a lemon orange vinaigrette that livens up any salad.

Provided by Sonja Overhiser

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 tablespoons orange juice, plus zest of 1/2 orange
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup olive oil

Steps:

Zest the orange. In a medium bowl, mix the orange juice, orange zest, lemon juice, mustard, maple syrup, salt and a grind of fresh black pepper.
Gradually whisk in the olive oil 1 tablespoon at a time (8 tablespoons total), until creamy and emulsified. If desired, season with additional salt. Store refrigerated for up to 1 week; bring to room temperature prior to serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 tablespoon, Calories 83 calories, Sugar 0.4 g, Sodium 48.6 mg, Fat 9.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 0.6 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0.1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

ORANGE VINAIGRETTE DRESSING

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Can be all raw. Great on spinach salad with oranges or other lettuce and fruit salads.

Provided by LaurasFaves

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 4h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
¼ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1 tablespoon raw honey
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
½ teaspoon grated orange peel
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

Combine the parsley, orange juice, honey, olive oil, white wine vinegar, grated orange peel, salt, and cayenne pepper in a blender, and pulse until blended. Refrigerate 4 hours for best flavor. Shake gently just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95.4 calories, Carbohydrate 4.1 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 98.2 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

ORANGE VINAIGRETTE

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A low-fat vinaigrette recipe

Provided by Candice

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

¼ cup orange juice
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon-style prepared mustard
2 teaspoons honey
⅛ teaspoon cracked black pepper

Steps:

In a small jar with a tight-fitting cover, combine the orange juice, vinegar, mustard, honey and pepper. Cover and shake well until combined. To store, refrigerate for up to 1 week. Shake well before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 27.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 96 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

TEQUILA VINAIGRETTE WITH GREENS

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Here's a zingy vinaigrette with Southwestern flair. We serve it with added toppings like apples, mandarin oranges, feta cheese and candied walnuts. -Janelle Lee, Appleton, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

DRESSING:
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon tequila
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
SALAD:
12 cups spring mix salad greens
4 cups seedless red grapes, halved
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese

Steps:

In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. In a large bowl, combine the salad ingredients. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 52mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED ORANGE-TEQUILA SALMON

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Sunny and spicy Southwest flavors! Serve with your favorite salad and icy cold margaritas for a wonderful summer meal. Recipe from Perfect Entertaining.Prep time does not include 30-60 minutes marination.

Provided by Lorac

Categories Southwestern U.S.

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/3 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1/4 cup tequila
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 small jalapeno peppers, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
4 salmon fillets, 1 inch thick

Steps:

Place all ingredients, except the salmon, in a plastic bag and stir to combine.
Add salmon and marinate in the refrigerator for 30-60 minutes.
Preheat grill to medium heat.
Add salmon, grill 7 minutes, turn fillets and cook 2-3 minutes or until centers are opaque.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 474.8, Fat 21.3, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 165.4, Sodium 796.4, Carbohydrate 3.5, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 2, Protein 63.9

SOUTH-OF-THE-BORDER CHICKEN SALAD WITH TEQUILA LIME DRESSING

South-of-the-Border Chicken Salad with Tequila Lime Dressing image

Add a burst of color to your table with this fresh main-dish that's topped with homemade tequila lime salad dressing. For a simple garnish sprinkle salad with lightly crushed tortilla chips.-Annette Hottenstein, Cockeysville, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

2 romaine hearts, cut into 1/2-inch strips
2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
3 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup crumbled queso fresco
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
3 green onions, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons tequila
4-1/2 teaspoons honey
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper

Steps:

Add romaine to a large salad bowl. Top with remaining salad ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients. Pour over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Fat 21g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 258mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges