Black Pepper Free Garlic-Herb Lemon Vinaigrette
Bright, herby, and packed with citrus punch, this garlic-herb lemon vinaigrette is the kind of dressing that makes you want to put a salad on the table every single night. Fresh lemon juice and zest give it a clean, vibrant backbone, while minced garlic and a trio of herbs — parsley, thyme, and oregano — layer in real depth and aroma. A touch of ground ginger adds just enough warmth to keep things interesting without any of the heat that makes store-bought dressings off-limits for those avoiding pepper. Most bottled vinaigrettes sneak in black pepper almost as a reflex, so making your own is genuinely the easiest way to stay in control of what's in the bottle. The whole thing comes together in one bowl or a jar you can shake — no special equipment, no fuss. A drizzle of raw honey is optional but rounds out the acidity beautifully if you want a slightly softer finish. Make a batch on Sunday and you'll have a bright, versatile dressing ready to go all week long.
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6 servings
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced or grated
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp fresh oregano, finely chopped
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp raw honey (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, parsley, thyme, oregano, salt, ground ginger, and honey (if using) in a small bowl or jar. Stir briefly to combine.
- 2
Add the olive oil in a slow, steady stream while whisking constantly, until the dressing is emulsified and slightly thickened. Alternatively, add all ingredients to a jar with a tight-fitting lid and shake vigorously for 20–30 seconds until combined.
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