Chestnut Free Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Bright, tangy, and warmly spiced, this apple cider vinaigrette is the kind of homemade dressing that makes you wonder why you ever bought a bottle. The combination of honey, fresh thyme, turmeric, and ginger gives it a complexity that goes way beyond a basic oil-and-vinegar situation. Whisking the olive oil in slowly creates a beautifully emulsified dressing that clings to greens instead of pooling at the bottom of the bowl. Store-bought dressings can be a minefield of unexpected additives and shared production lines, so making your own from scratch puts you fully in control of every single ingredient. This one comes together in minutes with pantry staples and keeps in the fridge for up to a week, so you can drizzle it over salads, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls all week long. The optional garlic adds a savory punch if you're in the mood, but the dressing is equally delicious without it.
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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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