Walnut Free Cilantro-Lime Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Bright, tangy, and just a little bit bold, this cilantro-lime 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 punchy acidity, while raw honey smooths out the edges and ground cumin adds a warm, earthy depth. A handful of fresh cilantro stirred in at the end keeps the flavor lively and green rather than muddy. Store-bought dressings can be a minefield when you're avoiding tree nuts, since shared facilities and vague labeling make it hard to know what's actually in the bottle — this one is made entirely from pantry staples and fresh produce, so you know exactly what you're pouring. The emulsification technique here is simple but satisfying: a slow drizzle of olive oil while whisking gives you a cohesive, slightly thickened dressing that clings beautifully to greens. Make a jar at the start of the week and you'll have a versatile, nut-free finishing touch ready for salads, grain bowls, or anything 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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