Artificial Flavors Free Greek Herb Vinaigrette
Bright, herby, and built entirely from real kitchen staples, this Greek-inspired vinaigrette is the kind of dressing that makes you wonder why you ever reached for a bottle. Extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and a handful of dried herbs come together in minutes with nothing synthetic in sight — no mystery "natural flavors," no artificial color, just clean, honest ingredients you can actually pronounce. The garlic and oregano give it that unmistakable Mediterranean backbone, while a pinch of ground ginger adds a subtle warmth that keeps things interesting. A touch of raw honey rounds out the acidity without tipping it into sweet territory, and it's completely optional if you prefer a sharper bite. Whisking the oil in slowly is the one technique worth paying attention to — it creates a lightly emulsified dressing that clings to greens instead of pooling at the bottom of the bowl. Make a jar on Sunday and you've got a fridge staple ready to go all week; just give it a good shake before drizzling. It's the kind of small, satisfying thing that quietly upgrades every salad you eat.
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8 servings
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced or pressed
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp raw honey (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, ground ginger, and honey (if using) in a small bowl or jar. Whisk or stir until the salt is fully dissolved.
- 2
Drizzle in the olive oil in a slow, steady stream while whisking constantly until the dressing is emulsified and slightly thickened, with no visible separation.
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