Tree Nut Free Lemon-Zest Herb Vinaigrette
Bright, tangy, 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. Raw honey rounds out the acidity from the lemon juice, while a touch of fresh thyme or parsley adds a herby lift that bottled dressings just can't replicate. Store-bought vinaigrettes are notorious for sneaking in unexpected additives, but this one is built entirely from clean, whole ingredients you can see and trust. Whisking the olive oil in slowly creates a beautifully emulsified dressing that clings to greens rather than pooling at the bottom of the bowl. It comes together in under a minute and keeps in the fridge for up to five days, making it an easy staple to prep ahead. Drizzle it over roasted vegetables, grain bowls, or a simple green salad — honestly, it elevates just about anything it touches.
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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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