Almond Free Honey Lime Dressing
Bright, tangy, and just a little bit sweet, this honey lime dressing is the kind of thing you'll want to drizzle on absolutely everything. Fresh lime juice and zest bring serious citrus punch, while raw honey rounds out the acidity without tipping into cloying territory. A touch of grated ginger and ground turmeric give it a warm, earthy depth that makes it feel far more complex than the short ingredient list suggests. Whisking the olive oil in slowly creates a beautifully emulsified dressing that clings to greens, grain bowls, or roasted vegetables instead of pooling at the bottom of the bowl. Store-bought dressings can be a minefield when you're avoiding tree nuts, since shared facilities and hidden ingredients show up even in products that seem totally safe — making a homemade version like this one a genuinely smart move. Optional fresh cilantro adds a herby finish if you're into it, but the dressing holds its own either way. It comes together in minutes and keeps well in a sealed jar, so you can make a batch ahead and have something vibrant ready to go all week.
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6 servings
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 2 tbsp raw honey
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the lime juice, lime zest, honey, grated ginger, turmeric, and salt in a small bowl or jar and whisk together until the honey is fully dissolved and the mixture is uniform.
- 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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