Aperol-Orange Vinaigrette for Citrus Salad

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A bright, zesty dressing capturing Aperol's citrus notes, perfect for fresh greens with orange segments. This Italian-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, pairs Aperol, Fresh orange juice, Dijon mustard into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 130 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 130 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Whisk 2 tbsp Aperol, 2 tbsp fresh orange juice, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, and 1 tsp honey in a small bowl until smooth.
  2. Step 2: Slowly drizzle in 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil while whisking constantly until emulsified.
  3. Step 3: Season with a pinch of salt and a pinch of freshly ground black pepper, then whisk again to combine.
  4. Step 4: Use immediately over mixed greens and orange segments, or store in a sealed jar for up to 3 days.

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