Vegetarian Cilantro-Lime Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Bright, tangy, and just a little bit bold, this vinaigrette is the kind of dressing that makes you want to put it on everything. Apple cider vinegar and fresh lime juice team up for a double hit of acidity, while raw honey rounds out the sharpness without tipping into sweetness. Ground cumin adds a subtle earthy warmth, and the fresh cilantro brings that unmistakable herby lift that makes the whole thing feel alive. A pinch of red pepper flakes is optional, but highly recommended if you like a little heat sneaking up on you at the end. Everything comes together in one bowl with a whisk — no blender, no fuss, just a smooth, emulsified dressing in minutes. It keeps in the fridge for up to five days, so you can drizzle it over grain bowls, roasted vegetables, or crisp salads all week long without starting from scratch each time.
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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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