Hazelnut 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. Store-bought dressings can be a minefield when you're avoiding tree nuts — shared facilities and vague "natural flavors" labels make it hard to feel confident. Whisking this one together from scratch means you know exactly what's going in the jar. The emulsification technique — streaming in the olive oil while whisking constantly — gives it a luscious, slightly thickened texture that clings beautifully to greens. It keeps in the fridge for up to a week, so you can make a batch on Sunday and have a vibrant, golden dressing ready to go all week long.
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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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