High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Greek Herb Vinaigrette
Bright, tangy, and loaded with Mediterranean character, this vinaigrette brings together apple cider vinegar, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and a fragrant blend of oregano and thyme in a way that makes every salad feel like a proper occasion. Store-bought dressings are one of the sneakiest places high fructose corn syrup hides, tucked into ingredient lists behind vague sweetener language — making a homemade version like this one a genuinely smart swap. Every ingredient here is clean and straightforward, with a touch of raw honey as an optional natural sweetener that keeps things bright without any processed sugar concerns. The slow drizzle technique while whisking is the key to getting that beautifully emulsified, slightly thickened consistency that clings to greens instead of pooling at the bottom of the bowl. A pinch of ground ginger adds a subtle warmth that rounds out the acidity in a way that feels almost unexpected but completely right. Make a jar at the start of the week and you've got a versatile, fridge-ready dressing that works on grain bowls, roasted vegetables, and grilled proteins just as well as it does on a classic salad.
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8 servings
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
See allPrivate Selection Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Bertolli Extra Virgin D'Italiia Olive Oil 16.9oz
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
FIELD DAY OLIVE OIL EXTRA VIRGIN
Olitalia 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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