Nitrate & Nitrite Free Garlic-Herb Lemon Vinaigrette
Bright, herby, and deeply satisfying, this vinaigrette is the kind of dressing that makes you want to put it on absolutely everything. Fresh lemon juice and zest bring a clean citrus punch, while minced garlic, parsley, thyme, and oregano layer in real garden-grown flavor that no bottled dressing can match. Store-bought dressings are a surprisingly common source of hidden preservatives, including cured or processed flavor additives, so making your own from scratch is one of the easiest ways to stay in control of what goes on your plate. Every single ingredient here is whole and recognizable — just olive oil, fresh herbs, lemon, and a touch of sea salt and ginger. A drizzle of raw honey is optional but adds a gentle sweetness that rounds out the acidity beautifully. Whisk it together in minutes or shake it up in a jar, and you have a fridge-ready dressing that stays fresh for up to five days. Toss it over salads, drizzle it on roasted vegetables, or use it as a quick marinade — it genuinely earns its place in your weekly rotation.
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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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