Homemade Orange Black Sesame Vinaigrette has fresh citrus, toasted sesame oil, ginger, honey, and black sesame seeds in every spoonful.
It tastes bright and tangy with a mild nutty finish, making it a handy dressing for salads, rice bowls, and roasted vegetables.
You can use it with leafy greens, crunchy cabbage, grilled chicken, or a cold noodle salad. The orange juice adds natural sweetness, while rice vinegar and Dijon mustard balance it with a little sharpness. Fresh ginger gives the dressing some warmth without overpowering the other ingredients.
Keep a jar in the refrigerator when you want to change up your usual salad dressing. It also makes a useful sauce for meal prep bowls or a light drizzle for vegetable side dishes.
A small mixing bowl and wire whisk are all you need to prepare the vinaigrette. A jar with a tight lid makes storage and mixing easier.
Why You’ll Love This Homemade Orange Black Sesame Vinaigrette
Fresh Citrus Taste
Fresh orange juice and zest give the vinaigrette a bright citrus taste without relying on bottled dressing.
Sweet and Tangy Balance
Honey softens the acidity from the rice vinegar, while Dijon mustard adds a mild tang.
Nutty Sesame Finish
Toasted sesame oil and black sesame seeds add a deeper, nutty taste that pairs well with vegetables, chicken, rice, and noodles.
Useful Beyond Salads
Serve it over grain bowls, roasted vegetables, cabbage slaw, or cold noodle dishes.
Ingredient Substitutions
Maple Syrup
Replace the honey with the same amount of maple syrup.
White Sesame Seeds
Use toasted white sesame seeds when black sesame seeds aren’t available.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Replace the rice vinegar with apple cider vinegar for a slightly stronger taste.
Ground Ginger
Replace the fresh ginger with ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger. Add more only after tasting.
Fresh Garlic
Replace the garlic powder with one small garlic clove, finely grated.
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Homemade Orange Black Sesame Vinaigrette
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Equipment
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon black sesame seeds
- ½ teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Add the orange juice, orange zest, rice vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, sesame oil, ginger, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to a small mixing bowl.
- Using a wire whisk, mix until the honey and mustard are incorporated.
- Slowly pour in the olive oil while whisking continuously.
- Continue whisking until the vinaigrette thickens slightly.
- Add the black sesame seeds. Stir until the sesame seeds are evenly distributed.
- Transfer the vinaigrette to a glass jar.
- Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until needed.
- Shake the jar well before serving.
Notes
Tips and Tricks
Use freshly squeezed juice – Fresh orange juice gives the dressing a cleaner citrus taste than bottled juice. Taste before adding more salt – Sesame oil, citrus, and vinegar become stronger after the dressing rests. Let it rest – Refrigerate the vinaigrette for 20 to 30 minutes if time allows. This gives the ginger and sesame flavors time to blend.Storing
Refrigerate – Store the vinaigrette in a sealed glass jar for up to 5 days. Shake before serving – The oil will separate as the vinaigrette sits. Shake the covered jar until blended.Nutrition
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