Gelatin Free Garlic-Herb Lemon Vinaigrette
Bright, herby, and punchy with fresh citrus, this garlic-herb lemon vinaigrette is the kind of dressing that makes you want to put it on absolutely everything. Real lemon juice, lemon zest, and a trio of fresh herbs — parsley, thyme, and oregano — come together with good olive oil for something that tastes genuinely homemade in the best possible way. A touch of ground ginger adds a subtle warmth that you might not be able to place but definitely won't want to leave out. Store-bought dressings can be a minefield of unexpected additives, including thickeners and stabilizers derived from animal sources, so making your own is a simple way to stay in control of exactly what goes into the bottle. This one comes together in minutes with just a bowl and a whisk, or even faster if you shake everything up in a jar. The optional raw honey rounds out the acidity beautifully without overpowering the herbs. Drizzle it over salads, roasted vegetables, or grilled proteins and it keeps well in the fridge for up to five days — just give it a good shake before serving.
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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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