Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
0.25 cup

Pine Nuts

Toasted

0.66 cup

Olive Oil

0.25 cup

Balsamic Vinegar

0.25 cup

Lemon Juice

Fresh

3 tbsp

Shallots

Minced

0.5 tsp

Orange Peel

Grated

1 pinch

Salt

1 pinch

Pepper

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2
~3 min

Place pine nuts on a small cookie sheet.

Step 3
~3 min

Toast pine nuts until golden brown, stirring occasionally, about 12 minutes.

Step 4
~3 min

Cool pine nuts completely.

Step 5
~3 min

Combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar (or red wine vinegar), lemon juice, minced shallots, and grated orange peel in a bowl.

Step 6
~3 min

Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 7
~3 min

Stir in the cooled toasted pine nuts.

Step 8
~3 min

Transfer the vinaigrette to a cruet or sealed container.

Step 9
~3 min

Serve at room temperature.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Toast the pine nuts carefully to avoid burning.

Adjust the amount of lemon juice and vinegar to taste.

Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made up to a week in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a mixed green salad.

Use as a dressing for grilled vegetables.

Drizzle over caprese salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Arugula salad
Grilled zucchini
Burrata cheese

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Commonly used in Mediterranean cuisine for salads and vegetable dishes.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Party
Summer

Popularity Score

65/100

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