Make an easy yuzu honey vinaigrette with olive oil, Dijon mustard, and six simple ingredients for salads, seafood, and roasted vegetables.
Bright, citrusy, and lightly sweet, this Easy Yuzu Honey Vinaigrette Recipe combines fragrant yuzu juice with honey, Dijon mustard, and extra virgin olive oil. The result is a smooth, glossy dressing with a balanced blend of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors.
This homemade yuzu dressing adds a refreshing finish to leafy green salads, shaved fennel, grilled seafood, and roasted vegetables. It comes together in minutes with just six simple ingredients.
Prep Time: 5 minutes Resting Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes Yield: About ⅔ cup
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Ingredients
¼ cup yuzu juice
⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1: Combine the Yuzu Mixture
Add the yuzu juice, honey, and Dijon mustard to a small mixing bowl. Whisk thoroughly until the honey has dissolved and the mixture is completely smooth.
Step 2: Add the Olive Oil
While whisking continuously, slowly drizzle the extra virgin olive oil into the yuzu mixture. Continue whisking until the vinaigrette thickens slightly and develops a smooth, glossy appearance.
Step 3: Season the Vinaigrette
Add the salt and black pepper. Whisk until evenly incorporated, then taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Step 4: Rest and Serve
Allow the vinaigrette to rest for about 5 minutes before serving so the flavors can meld. Whisk or shake the dressing again just before using.
Notes
For an especially smooth texture and a more stable emulsion, prepare the vinaigrette in a small blender instead of whisking it by hand.
If fresh yuzu juice is unavailable, combine lemon and grapefruit juices to create a similar bright, aromatic citrus flavor.
Serve this yuzu honey vinaigrette with arugula, mixed greens, cabbage slaw, cucumber salad, or shaved fennel. It also makes a flavorful finishing drizzle for grilled shrimp, salmon, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls.
Store the vinaigrette in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Natural separation may occur, so shake or whisk it thoroughly before serving.
Originally published
March 2026
Updated
July 2026
Reviewed by
Culibloom
