Gut Friendly Herb & Garlic Italian Dressing
Bright, tangy, and layered with herbal depth, this homemade Italian dressing is the kind of thing that makes a simple salad feel like a real meal. Extra-virgin olive oil forms the base, whisked together with apple cider vinegar and fresh lemon juice for a zingy, well-rounded acidity that store-bought versions rarely nail. What makes this dressing especially smart for digestive wellness is the lineup of functional add-ins: apple cider vinegar is a longtime gut-health staple, while ground ginger and turmeric bring anti-inflammatory warmth without overpowering the classic Italian flavor profile. Minced garlic, oregano, basil, thyme, and rosemary round everything out with that familiar herby punch, and a touch of honey smooths the edges beautifully. The slow-drizzle emulsification technique keeps the texture cohesive and slightly creamy — no sad, separated dressing here. It comes together in just a few minutes and keeps in the fridge for up to a week, so you can drizzle it over greens, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls 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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