Sesame Free Herb & Garlic Italian Dressing
Bottled Italian dressings are notorious for sneaking in unexpected ingredients, and sesame oil or sesame-derived additives can show up in places you'd never expect. This homemade version keeps things clean and completely transparent — every ingredient is right there in front of you. Extra-virgin olive oil forms the rich, glossy base, while apple cider vinegar and fresh lemon juice bring a bright, tangy backbone that store-bought versions rarely nail. Dried oregano, basil, thyme, and rosemary layer in that classic Italian herbaceousness, and a touch of honey rounds out the acidity without tipping into sweetness. Ground ginger and turmeric add a subtle warmth that makes this dressing feel a little more interesting than your average vinaigrette. It comes together in just a few minutes of whisking, and a sealed jar in the fridge means you've got a week's worth of salads, grain bowls, and marinades covered.
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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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