Soy Free Cilantro-Lime Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Bright, tangy, and just a little bit bold, this vinaigrette brings together fresh lime juice, apple cider vinegar, and a handful of cilantro for a dressing that makes almost any salad feel like a restaurant-worthy plate. A touch of raw honey rounds out 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 soy-based emulsifiers and additives, so making your own from scratch is genuinely the cleanest route. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free of soy — just good olive oil, fresh aromatics, and pantry staples you likely already have on hand. Whisking the oil in slowly creates a beautifully emulsified dressing that clings to greens rather than pooling at the bottom of the bowl. It comes together in minutes, keeps in the fridge for up to five days, and works just as well drizzled over grain bowls or roasted vegetables as it does on a classic salad.
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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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