Caffeine Free Herb & Garlic Italian Dressing
Bright, tangy, and layered with herby depth, this homemade Italian dressing is the kind of thing that makes a simple green salad feel like a real event. Extra-virgin olive oil forms the silky base, while apple cider vinegar and fresh lemon juice bring a lively acidity that bottled dressings rarely match. Finely minced garlic, oregano, basil, thyme, and rosemary all work together to build that classic Italian flavor profile, with a touch of honey rounding out the sharpness beautifully. A pinch of ground ginger and turmeric add a subtle warmth that keeps things interesting without overpowering the herbs. The whole thing comes together in just a few minutes of whisking — no blender, no special equipment, no fuss. Store-bought dressings can sneak in unexpected additives, so making your own means you know exactly what's going into every pour. Keep a jar in the fridge and you'll find yourself reaching for it on everything from salads to roasted vegetables all week long.
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8 servings
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp dried rosemary, crumbled
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tsp honey
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, crumbled rosemary, ground ginger, turmeric, salt, and honey in a small bowl or jar and whisk together until the salt and honey are fully dissolved.
- 2
Drizzle in the olive oil in a slow, steady stream while whisking constantly until the dressing is emulsified and slightly thickened, about 1 minute.
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