Peanut 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 over everything — grain bowls, grilled chicken, roasted veggies, or a simple green salad. Fresh lime juice and zest give it a punchy citrus backbone, while raw honey rounds out the acidity with a natural, floral sweetness. A touch of grated ginger and ground turmeric add warmth and a gorgeous golden hue that makes the whole thing look as good as it tastes. Store-bought dressings can be a minefield when you're avoiding certain allergens, often processed on shared lines with nuts or containing hidden additives — making a batch from scratch like this is genuinely the smarter move. Everything comes together in one bowl with a quick whisk, and the slow drizzle of olive oil creates a beautifully emulsified texture that clings to whatever you're dressing. A handful of fresh cilantro stirred in at the end is optional but highly recommended if you want an herby finish that takes it over the top.
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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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