Artificial Food Coloring Free Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Bottled dressings are one of the sneakiest sources of synthetic dyes and artificial additives in the average kitchen, which makes a homemade vinaigrette like this one such a satisfying swap. Every ingredient here is exactly what it sounds like — apple cider vinegar, honey, olive oil, and a handful of real spices — so you know precisely what's going into your bowl. The turmeric gives the dressing a gorgeous golden hue that looks almost too pretty to toss, and it comes entirely from the spice itself rather than any lab-made colorant. Fresh thyme and a whisper of ginger round out the flavor in a way that feels bright and a little sophisticated without being fussy. Whisking the oil in slowly creates a beautifully emulsified dressing that clings to greens instead of pooling at the bottom of the bowl. Make a jar at the start of the week and you'll have a clean, vibrant dressing ready to go every single day.
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8 servings
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh garlic, finely minced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple cider vinegar, honey, thyme leaves, turmeric, ginger, salt, and garlic (if using) in a small bowl. Whisk together until the honey is fully dissolved and the mixture is uniform.
- 2
While whisking constantly, pour in the olive oil in a slow, steady stream until the dressing is emulsified and slightly thickened, with no visible separation between the oil and vinegar.
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