Oats Free Honey Lime Dressing
Bright, tangy, and just a little bit sweet, this lime and honey dressing is the kind of thing you'll want to drizzle over everything. The combination of fresh lime juice, raw honey, and grated ginger creates a flavor that feels lively and complex without requiring much effort at all. A pinch of turmeric adds a warm, golden hue and a subtle earthiness that makes the whole thing feel a little more special than your average vinaigrette. Because it's built entirely from whole, simple ingredients — citrus, olive oil, spices, and honey — there's nothing hidden to worry about, which is a genuine relief when so many store-bought dressings sneak in unexpected additives. Whisking the olive oil in slowly is the key move here; it brings everything together into a smooth, cohesive emulsion that clings beautifully to greens or roasted vegetables. The optional cilantro is worth adding if you have it on hand — it lifts the whole dressing with a fresh, herby finish. Make a jar at the start of the week and you'll find yourself reaching for it constantly.
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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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