Brazil Nut Free Lemon-Zest Herb Vinaigrette
Bright, citrusy, and impossibly fresh, this lemon-zest herb vinaigrette is the kind of dressing that makes you want to put a salad on the table every single night. A hit of raw honey balances the tartness of fresh lemon juice, while good extra-virgin olive oil pulls everything into a silky, emulsified pour. A little grated garlic adds just enough bite without overwhelming the whole thing, and a handful of fresh thyme or parsley takes it somewhere genuinely special. The whole process takes under a minute of active whisking, and the result is miles ahead of anything sitting in a bottle on a store shelf. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies or sensitivities, homemade dressings like this are a smart move — commercial versions can be processed on shared lines with all kinds of nuts, and the labels aren't always clear. Every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify, so you can dress your greens with total confidence. Make a jar on Sunday and you'll have a bright, versatile dressing ready to go all week long.
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6 servings
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 small clove garlic, finely grated or minced
- 1 tsp raw honey
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves or fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, honey, and salt in a small bowl or jar and stir until the salt dissolves.
- 2
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking constantly until the dressing is emulsified and slightly thickened, about 30 seconds. Stir in the fresh thyme or parsley, if using.
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