Nutmeg Free Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Bright, tangy, and warmly spiced, this homemade vinaigrette is the kind of dressing that makes you want to eat a salad every single day. Apple cider vinegar brings a lively acidity that pairs beautifully with the floral sweetness of honey, while fresh thyme and a touch of turmeric and ginger give it real depth and character. The slow-drizzle whisking technique creates a properly emulsified dressing — silky, cohesive, and nothing like the watery bottled stuff. For anyone avoiding nutmeg, store-bought dressings and spice blends can be a minefield, since warm spices often show up in unexpected places — here, every ingredient is clearly listed and intentional. The optional garlic adds a savory punch if you're in the mood, but the dressing holds its own beautifully without it. It comes together in minutes and keeps in the fridge for up to a week, so you can drizzle it over greens, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls 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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