Orange basil vinaigrette
Dietition's Tip
Vinaigrettes are blends of oil and vinegar.
Ingredients
- 2 cups unsweetened orange juice
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/3 cup white wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons dried basil or 1 tablespoon fresh basil
- 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
Directions
In a small saucepan, combine the orange juice and cornstarch. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil for about 1 minute. Pour into a bowl or jar and refrigerate until cold.
When the orange juice mixture is well chilled, add the vinegar, mustard, basil and olive oil. Whisk until well blended. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until needed.
