Heart Healthy Citrus Vinaigrette Dressing

Citrus Vinaigrette

1 small shallot

¼ teaspoon chopped garlic

½ teaspoon chopped fresh thyme

2 oranges, zested and juiced

2 lemons, zested and juiced

3 tablespoons lemon juice

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

¼ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper

¼ cup rice wine vinegar

½ cup olive oil

Using a blender, add shallots, garlic, juice, vinegar, and salt and pepper.  Blend on high to puree shallot and garlic.  Lower to medium and slowly drizzle ½ of the oil and allow to emulsify.  Add zest and thyme, and then add remaining oil slowly.  Store in plastic container and allow to cool.  Keep refrigerated for up to a week.