Carrageenan Free Honey Lime Dressing
Bright, tangy, and just a little bit earthy, this dressing is the kind of thing you'll want to drizzle on absolutely everything. Many store-bought dressings rely on carrageenan as a stabilizer and emulsifier to keep ingredients from separating on the shelf — which makes them a minefield if you're trying to avoid it. Here, the emulsification happens the old-fashioned way: a slow drizzle of olive oil whisked into the citrus and honey base until it comes together naturally, no additives needed. Raw honey brings a gentle floral sweetness that balances the sharp lime, while fresh ginger and turmeric add warmth and a gorgeous golden hue. The optional cilantro is a nice finishing touch if you want something a little more herbaceous. It comes together in one bowl with just a whisk, making it as practical as it is delicious.
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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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