Louisiana Sunburst Dressing

Louisiana Sunburst Dressing 🌞

A vibrant, tangy-sweet Southern-style dressing with a citrusy kick—perfect for salads, grilled chicken, or drizzling over fresh summer veggies!

🍊 Ingredients

• ½ cup vegetable oil (or light olive oil)

• ¼ cup apple cider vinegar

• 3 tbsp fresh orange juice (or tangerine juice for extra sweetness)

• 2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)

• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

• 1 tsp Creole or Cajun seasoning (like Tony Chachere’s)

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp onion powder

• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)

• Salt & black pepper to taste

• 1 tbsp finely chopped green onion or fresh parsley (garnish)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Blend the Base:

   • In a jar or blender, combine oil, vinegar, orange juice, honey, Dijon, Creole seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne. Shake or blend until smooth.

2. Adjust & Season:

   • Taste and add salt/pepper as needed. For more sweetness, add extra honey; for tang, add a splash of vinegar.

3. Serve:

   • Drizzle over mixed greens, grilled shrimp, or a blackened chicken salad. Garnish with green onions.

🌶️ Variations

• Creamy Version: Add 2 tbsp mayonnaise or Greek yogurt.

• Smoky Twist: Substitute 1 tbsp smoked paprika for Cajun seasoning.

• Herb Boost: Stir in 1 tsp fresh thyme or tarragon.

This dressing is bright, zesty, and packed with Louisiana flair—great for livening up any dish!

Storage: Keeps in the fridge for 1 week (shake well before using). Enjoy! 😊