Low Iodine Garlic-Herb Lemon Vinaigrette
Bright, herby, and packed with citrus punch, this vinaigrette is the kind of dressing that makes you want to put it on everything — salads, roasted vegetables, grilled chicken, you name it. Fresh lemon juice and zest form the backbone, while minced garlic and a trio of herbs (parsley, thyme, and oregano) layer in serious depth of flavor. A touch of ground ginger adds just enough warmth to keep things interesting without overpowering the brightness of the lemon. For anyone navigating a low-iodine protocol, salad dressings can be a surprisingly tricky category — bottled versions often contain iodized salt, dairy derivatives, or additives that make label-reading exhausting. This one sidesteps all of that by relying on extra-virgin olive oil, fresh herbs, and fine sea salt, which is the go-to swap when iodized table salt needs to be avoided. Every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify, which is exactly what you want when you're being careful about what goes on your plate. The whole thing comes together in minutes — whisk it in a bowl or shake it up in a jar, and you're done. A drizzle of raw honey is optional but rounds out the acidity beautifully if your plan allows it. Make a batch at the start of the week and keep it in the fridge for up to five days so you always have something vibrant and safe ready to go.
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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
Chef's tipFine sea salt and table salt measure the same - no conversion needed. - 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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