Last Updated on December 1, 2025 by Lisa Keys
Calamansi vinaigrette is a vibrant, citrusy salad dressing perfect for tossing with fresh greens or into a warm grain salad.
A couple of years ago my neighbor shared his calamansi fruit with me. I loved it so much I went out and bought my own tree. The calamansi plant is surprisingly easy to grow. It sat on my deck all summer filled with fragrant flowers. Now, it sits in a sunny window and is bearing lots of fruit.
While I love this calamansi curd I thought I'd try a new recipe with this beautiful fragrant fruit. Honestly, the calamansi juice makes the perfect vinaigrette salad dressing. It is the simplest recipe you will ever prepare.
Calamansi Vinaigrette Ingredients
- Agave nectar, honey or maple syrup all blend well.
- Good quality olive oil is a must.
- For a garlicky kick add 1 tablespoon roasted garlic oil, but this is optional.
- Kosher salt is a must to heighten all the flavors.
- No calamansi? Use a mix of lime and orange or try mandarins.
Calamansi Vinaigrette
Equipment
- 1 whisk
Ingredients
- ¼ cup fresh calamansi juice
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon roasted garlic olive oil
- 3 teaspoons agave nectar or honey
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Whisk all the ingredients together.
- Toss dressing with your favorite salad.
Notes
Nutrition
This Christmas send someone you love a calamansi tree. It's so much better than a new tie or sweater and perfect for the one who already has everything.
Lisa Keys
Highly recommend growing your own calamansi shrub. The fresh fruit can be used not only in this deliciously bright dressing but also in marinades and desserts.