Legume Free Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Bright, tangy, and warmly spiced, this homemade vinaigrette is the kind of dressing that makes a simple salad feel like something special. Apple cider vinegar brings a lively acidity, while honey rounds out the sharpness and fresh thyme adds an herby, almost floral note. Ground turmeric and ginger give it a subtle golden warmth that sets it apart from anything you'd pull off a grocery store shelf. Store-bought dressings are notorious for sneaking in legume-derived oils or additives, so whisking this up yourself means you know exactly what's going in the bottle. The technique is straightforward — just a slow drizzle of good olive oil while whisking — and the result is a beautifully emulsified dressing that clings to every leaf. It keeps in the fridge for up to a week, so you can make a batch on Sunday and have effortless, flavorful salads 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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