Chestnut Free Honey Lime Dressing
Bright, tangy, and just a little bit earthy, this honey lime dressing is the kind of thing you'll want to put on absolutely everything. Fresh lime juice and zest bring a punchy citrus backbone, while raw honey rounds out the acidity with gentle sweetness. A touch of grated ginger and ground turmeric add warmth and a gorgeous golden hue that makes even a simple salad look like it came from a restaurant kitchen. The slow-drizzle whisking technique creates a beautifully emulsified dressing that clings to greens, grain bowls, or roasted vegetables without pooling at the bottom of the bowl. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from tree nut concerns — no label-scanning required, just real, whole pantry staples. Optional fresh cilantro takes it in a slightly herby direction if you're feeling it, but the dressing is completely satisfying without it. Make a jar on Sunday and you'll be reaching for it all week long.
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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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