Best 7 Orange Tarragon Dressing Recipes

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Orange tarragon dressing is a versatile and flavorful condiment that can elevate the taste of a wide variety of dishes. With its vibrant citrus flavor, herbaceous notes from the tarragon, and a hint of sweetness, this dressing can transform salads, grilled meats, roasted vegetables, and even desserts. Made with simple ingredients like fresh oranges, tarragon leaves, olive oil, vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard, orange tarragon dressing is not only delicious but also easy to make. In this article, we will provide you with the best recipe for orange tarragon dressing, along with tips on how to use it to enhance the flavors of your favorite dishes.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

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

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

CREAMY TARRAGON SALAD DRESSING



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Fresh garlic, tarragon, mustard seed, and celery seed flavor this easy-to-make creamy vinaigrette. During the summer, I use 2 teaspoons of fresh tarragon.

Provided by Falvor King

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons white sugar
⅓ cup white vinegar
1 clove garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon xanthan gum
⅓ cup vegetable oil
¾ cup water
⅛ teaspoon celery seed
⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
¾ teaspoon dried tarragon
2 teaspoons brown mustard seed

Steps:

  • Place the Dijon mustard, sugar, vinegar, garlic clove, and salt into a blender. Cover, and puree until the garlic has blended smooth. Sprinkle in the xanthan gum, and blend about 15 seconds to mix well. With the blender running, pour in the vegetable oil alternately with the water; blend until thick and creamy. Add the celery seed, red pepper flakes, black pepper, tarragon, and mustard seed; pulse until the spices are evenly distributed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58.6 calories, Carbohydrate 2.8 g, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 201.8 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

ORANGE TARRAGON DRESSING



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Make and share this Orange Tarragon Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 heads roasted garlic
1/2 cup orange juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons rice vinegar or 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon

Steps:

  • Squeeze the garlic paste from the heads of roasted garlic into a blender.
  • Add the orange juice, mustard, vinegar, salt and pepper and puree until smooth and creamy.
  • Add the tarragon and whirl just briefly to mix. Set aside for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to marry.
  • Variation: for Apple Basil Dressing, use ½ cup unsweetened apple juice instead of orange juice and mince 8 large basil leaves in place of the tarragon.

ORANGES WITH HONEY AND TARRAGON



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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     brunch, dessert

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons Sambuca or other anise liqueur
12 oranges
1 tablespoon fresh tarragon leaves, plucked from the stems

Steps:

  • Combine honey, juice and liqueur in small saucepan and heat just to simmer to blend. Remove from heat; cool to room temperature.
  • Using sharp knife, peel oranges down to flesh, removing all trace of white pith. Do this over bowl to catch any juices. Slice oranges one-half-inch thick; remove any seeds.
  • Arrange orange slices in shallow serving dish. Add any juices from trimming oranges to honey mixture. Scatter tarragon leaves over oranges; drizzle with honey mixture. Cover; refrigerate and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 167, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 40 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 1 milligram, Sugar 33 grams

TARRAGON DRESSING



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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     easy, quick, condiments, side dish

Time 10m

Yield About 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons tarragon vinegar
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon leaves
1/3 cup olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Lightly beat the vinegar and lemon juice with the mustard. Stir in the tarragon.
  • Whisk in the oil, beating it vigorously or shake the entire mixture in a tightly covered jar until well blended. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 163, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 0 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 73 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ORANGE TARRAGON DRESSING



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Make and share this Orange Tarragon Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Vegan

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 garlic heads, roasted
1/2 cup orange juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar or 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper, ground
1 teaspoon fresh tarragon, minced (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)

Steps:

  • Squeeze the garlic paste from the heads of roasted garlic into a blender.
  • Add the orange juice, mustard, vinegar, salt, and pepper and puree until smooth and creamy.
  • Add the tarragon and whirl briefly just to mix-there should be flecks of green throughout the golden dressing.
  • Set aside for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to marry.
  • Tightly sealed and refrigerated, the dressing will keep for about a week.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 26.3, Fat 0.2, Sodium 117.9, Carbohydrate 5.7, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 1.9, Protein 0.9

ORANGE TARRAGON GRAVY



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Tarragon adds terrific flavor to this gravy, while orange juice adds a bit of sweetness. -Shirley Bedzis, San Diego, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Turkey drippings
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup orange juice
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
3/4 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon or 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/8 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • Pour drippings and loosened browned bits into a 2-cup measuring cup. Skim fat. Add enough water to the drippings to measure 1-1/2 cups. , In a small saucepan, combine flour and orange juice until smooth. Gradually stir in the drippings mixture. Stir in the bouillon, tarragon and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 21g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 167mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Tips:

  • For a more intense orange flavor, use freshly squeezed orange juice and zest.
  • If you don't have tarragon, you can substitute another herb, such as basil, thyme, or rosemary.
  • To make a vegan version of this dressing, use agave nectar or maple syrup instead of honey.
  • This dressing is best when used fresh, but it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • When making the dressing, be sure to whisk the ingredients together until they are well combined.

Conclusion:

Orange tarragon dressing is a versatile and delicious dressing that can be used on a variety of salads, vegetables, and proteins. It is also a great marinade for chicken, fish, and shrimp. With its bright citrus flavor and herbaceous notes, this dressing is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a new dressing to try, give orange tarragon dressing a try. You won't be disappointed!

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