You can find orange flower water in stores that sell Middle Eastern ingredients.
The orange flower water gives the dressing it's unique flavor profile.
Recipe By : Sitara
Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:30The orange flower water gives the dressing it's unique flavor profile.
Recipe By : Sitara
Categories : Salad Dressings
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
1 cup plain low fat yogurt
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 drops orange flower water
Kosher salt to taste
1 teaspoon freshly-ground high quality black pepper
1 cup very high quality extra virgin olive oil
2 scallions, chopped fine
Pull leaves off mint stems. Finely chop leaves.
Put everything but the olive oil into a bowl and combine with a whisk.
While continuing to whisk, slowly add the olive oil. Whisk until all the oil is incorporated.
Use this dressing for grilled vegetables, fish, romaine lettuce, or lamb.
It would be yummy as a sandwich dressing for a pita sandwich as well.