Gluten Free Cilantro-Lime Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Bright, tangy, and just a little bit bold, this vinaigrette brings together apple cider vinegar, fresh lime juice, and a handful of cilantro for a dressing that makes almost any salad feel like an event. The raw honey softens the acidity while ground cumin adds a warm, earthy undertone that keeps things interesting without overpowering the other flavors. Store-bought dressings are notorious for sneaking in thickeners, malt vinegar, or other gluten-containing additives, but every single ingredient here is naturally free of all that — no label-reading required. Whisking the olive oil in slowly creates a beautifully emulsified dressing that clings to greens instead of pooling at the bottom of the bowl. A pinch of red pepper flakes is optional, but highly recommended if you like a little heat in the mix. It keeps in the fridge for up to five days, so you can make a batch on Sunday and have a vibrant, fresh-tasting dressing ready all week long.
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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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