Dairy Free Cilantro-Lime Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Bright, tangy, and just a little herbaceous, this vinaigrette is the kind of dressing that makes you want to put it on everything — grain bowls, grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or a simple green salad. The combination of apple cider vinegar and fresh lime juice gives it a lively double-citrus punch, while ground cumin adds a subtle warmth that keeps things interesting. Fresh cilantro stirred in at the end means every pour is packed with herby flavor rather than the muted taste you get from dried herbs or bottled alternatives. A touch of raw honey rounds out the acidity without making it sweet, and a pinch of red pepper flakes can dial up the heat if you're into that. Since every ingredient here is naturally plant-based, there's no need to check labels or swap anything out — it's effortlessly free of dairy from the start. Whisking the olive oil in slowly creates a beautifully emulsified dressing that clings to your salad instead of pooling at the bottom of the bowl. Make a jar at the start of the week and you'll have a versatile, vibrant dressing ready to go for days.
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8 servings
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped
- 1 small garlic clove, finely minced or grated
- 1 tsp raw honey
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, or to taste
- ⅛ tsp black pepper, or to taste
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the apple cider vinegar, lime juice, minced garlic, honey, cumin, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) to a small bowl or jar. Whisk or stir until the honey is fully dissolved and the mixture is combined.
- 2
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking constantly until the dressing is emulsified and slightly thickened, with no visible separation.
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