Grapefruit Vinaigrette With Greens or Broccoli Recipe (2024)

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Laurie Dickerson

I tried this, but did not like it with sherry vinegar and sunflower oil. I liked it much better when I substituted a grapefruit white balsamic vinegar and just the EVOO.
This vinaigrette is also very nice poured over a composed salad of sliced avocado and pink grapefruit sections(chopping the grapefruit into the dressing is not necessary then)

Shanae

I've made this several times with great success. I used the sherry vinegar and grapeseed oil, as listed, and found it to be a lovely little dressing. One time, instead of adding agave/honey, I juiced a few (3) mandarins and reduced that along with the grapefruit squeezings. I actually prefer my grapefruit/mandarin variation to the prescribed agave/honey version.

Peter

I have that same balsamic vinegar sitting in my pantry and have been wondering how best to use it - that’s why I clicked on the recipe (and was disappointed) but, now with your comment, I’m happy!

Leah

I had grapefruit juice, but didn’t have a grapefruit, so I used the juice and chopped up an orange, and it worked great!

ann

I made this exactly following the recipe as a Christmas Dinner side and everyone thought it was a weird combo — grapefruit and broccoli — a good way to ruin some nice broccoli. Will return to garlic, salt or soy sauce, EVOO, lemon and red pepper flakes, easier and far more delicious

ERH

I had a grapefruit hanging around the fridge and this vinaigrette was the perfect use for it. Because I had to juice the entire fruit to get to 1/3 cup of grapefruit juice, I put the zest instead of the flesh into the finished vinaigrette. In the fridge I also had some leftover grapeseed oil that I'd used to fry shallots in; this added a nice shallot flavor without being overpowering. The dressing was excellent on top of Melissa Clark's Lentil Salad With Roasted Vegetables.

Lauren

Wondering if there's any reason not to use Avocado oil. Seed oils seem to be out of favor now and Avo oil is still neutral tasting. Thoughts?

Lauren

Should have read the notes first. Thanks!

Deborah

I don't know about the broccoli because I didn't make it, but the vinaigrette itself is delicious. In light of the negative feedback re the oils, and because I like avocado with grapefruit, I used avocado oil. It was perfect. I also used sherry vinegar as indicated and loved it.

Shanae

I've made this several times with great success. I used the sherry vinegar and grapeseed oil, as listed, and found it to be a lovely little dressing. One time, instead of adding agave/honey, I juiced a few (3) mandarins and reduced that along with the grapefruit squeezings. I actually prefer my grapefruit/mandarin variation to the prescribed agave/honey version.

kate

Kind of watery, not all that much flavor.

Potomacat

This was simple and very tasty -- a mild grapefruit taste. I used honey, sherry vinegar, and grape seed oil. It was marvelous on a salad of butter lettuce, sliced beets, and grapefruit sections.

Muriel aza

Nice vinaigrette, but would like it better without vinagre

brian kerr

this one didnt turn out all that well

Marian V.

This is an excellent vinaigrette. I made it with broccoli from my garden and grapefruit from my tree so everything was super fresh. I will use this on other cooked greens.

Steve Abbott

This is an easy and delicious accompaniment to steamed broccoli. I loved it, and will try left over dressing tomorrow with a salad.

Laurie Dickerson

I tried this, but did not like it with sherry vinegar and sunflower oil. I liked it much better when I substituted a grapefruit white balsamic vinegar and just the EVOO.
This vinaigrette is also very nice poured over a composed salad of sliced avocado and pink grapefruit sections(chopping the grapefruit into the dressing is not necessary then)

Peter

I have that same balsamic vinegar sitting in my pantry and have been wondering how best to use it - that’s why I clicked on the recipe (and was disappointed) but, now with your comment, I’m happy!

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Grapefruit Vinaigrette With Greens or Broccoli Recipe (2024)

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What are some common mistakes to avoid when making vinaigrette? ›

14 Homemade Salad Dressing Mistakes You're Making
  • Not adding the right ratio of oil and vinegar. ...
  • Not using the right type of oil. ...
  • Not choosing the right type of vinegar. ...
  • Adding too much sugar. ...
  • Not adding any seasonings. ...
  • Not emulsifying the dressing. ...
  • Always following the same recipe.
Jul 9, 2023

What is the standard recipe for a basic vinaigrette group of answer choices? ›

For a traditional vinaigrette, you'll need to mix about 3 tablespoons of oil to 1 tablespoon of vinegar. You'll also want to add some salt and pepper to taste. Of course, for all four ingredients, the better the quality you use, the better your vinaigrette will taste.

Why does homemade vinaigrette go bad? ›

How Long Does Homemade Vinaigrette Last? Traditional vinaigrettes, like the balsamic version listed below, will last longer—sometimes up to a few weeks. However, anything with fresh garlic should be consumed within a few days, as the combination of garlic and oil can form harmful bacteria over time.

What should you avoid when dressing a salad? ›

5 Ingredients To Avoid
  1. Palm Oil. Palm oil can pop up in both creamy and oily dressings, and it's a top ingredient that Taub-Dix said to avoid. ...
  2. Sugar (but it's rarely called sugar) ...
  3. Salt. ...
  4. Monosodium glutamate (MSG) ...
  5. Coconut oil.
Jan 24, 2024

What type of vinegar is most commonly used in vinaigrette? ›

Red Wine Vinegar

Red wine vinegar is similar to its white wine counterpart. It's derived from a red wine base and offers a sweet, less acidic taste. This Mediterranean staple has a mellow flavor profile that is perfect for use in vinaigrettes and reductions.

What is the formula for vinaigrette dressing? ›

The French have decided that the perfect ratio for a vinaigrette is 3 parts oil to 1 part vinegar. For my personal taste, that's a little too oily — but it's totally up to you. My simple system is: In a small screw-top jar, place vinegar and a pinch of salt; cover and shake (this helps to dissolve the salt).

How do you know if homemade vinaigrette is bad? ›

According to Reader's Digest, oil-based salad dressings, such as a balsamic vinaigrette or Italian dressing, tend to last longer than mayo-based dressings. In general, these dressings can last for up to a few weeks (via Know Your Pantry). However, once they've expired, they will give off a noticeable rancid smell.

What are the seven things that you should not do when preparing the salad? ›

Common Salad Mistakes
  1. Here are seven things you should NOT do when making salads: Too much dressing. ...
  2. Pouring on the dressing. ...
  3. Wet salad leaves. ...
  4. Not seasoning it. ...
  5. Subpar salad dressings. ...
  6. Uncreative toppings. ...
  7. Served in a bowl.
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5 Mistakes to Avoid When Making Pasta Salad
  • Using the wrong pasta. The wrong pasta type or size can make pasta salad soggy, slimy, or just plain hard to eat. ...
  • Salting only once, at the end. ...
  • Too many raw ingredients! ...
  • Overdressing or underdressing the salad. ...
  • Not seasoning again just before serving.

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