Classic Vinaigrettes

We have bought together some great recipes for Vinaigrettes, these are great for your spring greens and summer salads.

Lemon

• 3 tbsp fresh lime or lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp dijon mustard, optional
• 3/4 cup Waihi Bush Flaxseed oil
• sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  This is the classic vinaigrette, which is very versatile but goes particularly well on salads with fresh herbs or smoked salmon.
  Combine all the ingredients except the oil and then adding the oil slowly while whisking vigorously. Using a blender will help to emulsify the vinaigrette. Shake well before using

Orange & Rosemary
3 tbsp fresh lime or lemon juice
1/2 tsp Dijon mustard, optional
3/4 cup Flax seed or Chia Seed oil;
Grated zest and juice of 1 orange;
1 tsp chopped rosemary;
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste;
Simply prepare the classic lemon juice vinaigrette above and add the grated zest and juice of one orange and 1 tsp chopped rosemary. Let infuse overnigh tfor a better taste.

Ginger Asian
This vinaigrette is especially good on bitter greens or salads featuring roasted beets.
3 tbsp WB Apple Cider Vinegar;
1 large piece fresh ginger;
2/3rds cup WB Flax Seed or Pumpkin Seed oil;
1 tbsp sesame oil;
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste;
Peel the piece of ginger and grate, then squeeze the grated ginger to obtain about 1 tbsp ginger juice and discard the grated ginger. Whisk together in a bowl the grated ginger juice and the apple cider vinegar; continue whisking to incorporate the oil. Add the sesame oil and season to taste.

Lime, Honey and Ginger
1 medium shallot, minced
2 tbs fresh lime juice
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbs sesame oil
1 tbs WB Flax Seed or Chia Seed oil
1 tbs WB Apple Cider Vinegar
1 tbs honey
This vinaigrette is great on salads, but it is also great drizzled over grilled seafood or stir-fried chicken.
Combine the shallot, lime juice, salt, pepper, sesame oil, Flax or Chia oil, apple cider vinegar and honey in a jar with tight fitting lid. Seal and shake well.