Coconut Free Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Bright, tangy, and layered with warm spice, this homemade vinaigrette is the kind of dressing that makes you want to eat more salad. Apple cider vinegar brings a lively acidity, while honey rounds out the sharpness into something genuinely balanced and craveable. Fresh thyme and a pinch of turmeric give it an herby, golden depth that store-bought bottles rarely manage to pull off. The slow drizzle of olive oil while whisking is the key move here — it creates a beautifully emulsified dressing that clings to every leaf instead of pooling at the bottom of the bowl. Many commercial dressings sneak in coconut-derived emulsifiers or oils, so making your own from scratch means you know exactly what's going in. Everything comes together in one small bowl in just a few minutes, and it keeps in the fridge for up to a week. Shake it back to life before each use and you've got a go-to dressing ready whenever you need it.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
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.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!