Brazil Nut Free Garlic-Herb Lemon Vinaigrette
Bright, herby, and packed with fresh citrus flavor, this garlic-herb lemon vinaigrette is the kind of homemade dressing that makes you wonder why you ever bought a bottle. Two whole lemons bring serious zing, while minced garlic, parsley, thyme, and oregano layer in an aromatic depth that feels almost restaurant-worthy. A pinch of ground ginger adds a subtle warmth that ties everything together in a way that's hard to put your finger on but impossible to stop drizzling. Store-bought dressings can be a minefield of unexpected additives and shared-facility warnings, so whipping this up from scratch means you know exactly what's going in the jar. The technique is simple — whisk or shake — and the whole thing comes together in minutes with ingredients you likely already have on hand. It keeps in the fridge for up to five days, so you can make a batch on Sunday and have a vibrant, fresh 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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