Gut Friendly Cilantro-Lime Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Bright, tangy, and alive with fresh flavor, this vinaigrette is the kind of dressing that makes you want to pour it on everything. Apple cider vinegar is a gut-friendly staple known for supporting digestion, and pairing it with fresh lime juice and raw honey creates a balance that's zippy without being harsh. The extra-virgin olive oil gets whisked in slowly until the whole thing emulsifies into a silky, cohesive dressing — no store-bought shortcuts needed. Fresh cilantro and a hint of cumin give it a bright, herby depth that feels way more interesting than anything sitting on a grocery shelf. A small clove of garlic rounds out the flavor while also lending its own digestive benefits. It comes together in minutes, keeps in the fridge for up to five days, and works beautifully over salads, grain bowls, roasted vegetables, or anything else that needs a little lift.
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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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