Gut Friendly Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Bright, tangy, and layered with warm spice, this vinaigrette is the kind of dressing that makes you actually excited to eat a salad. Apple cider vinegar brings a gentle acidity that's easy on the digestive system, while honey rounds out the sharpness without overwhelming it. Turmeric and ginger are both well-regarded for their soothing, anti-inflammatory properties, and fresh thyme adds an herby lift that keeps everything feeling clean and vibrant. Extra-virgin olive oil ties it all together into a silky, emulsified pour that clings beautifully to greens, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls. The optional garlic gives you a little extra depth if your gut is happy to handle it — and the recipe is easy to leave out if you'd rather keep things gentler. It comes together in minutes with just a bowl and a whisk, and a jar in the fridge means you're set for the whole week.
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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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