Capsaicin Free Honey Lime Dressing
Bright, tangy, and just a little floral, this dressing is the kind of thing you'll want to put on everything — grain bowls, roasted vegetables, simple green salads, you name it. The combination of fresh lime juice, raw honey, and grated ginger creates a balance that feels lively without relying on any heat, making it a genuinely satisfying option for anyone who needs to avoid capsaicin. So many store-bought dressings sneak in chili-derived ingredients or spice blends that can be hard to parse on a label, so making your own from scratch is the cleanest way to stay confident about what's in your bowl. A slow drizzle of olive oil while whisking brings everything together into a smooth, emulsified pour that clings beautifully to whatever you're dressing. The optional cilantro adds a fresh, herby finish that takes it from simple to something you'd genuinely be proud to serve at a dinner party. It comes together in one bowl with no cooking required, and the sealed jar method means you can make a batch ahead and shake it back to life whenever you need it.
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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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