Xanthan Gum Free Lemon-Zest Herb Vinaigrette
Bright, citrusy, and loaded with fresh herb flavor, this vinaigrette is the kind of dressing that makes you want to put it on everything — salads, roasted vegetables, grilled chicken, you name it. Many store-bought dressings sneak in thickeners and stabilizers that can be a real problem for anyone avoiding certain additives, but this one is built entirely from whole, recognizable ingredients you likely already have on hand. The emulsification here comes from nothing more than a steady whisk and a slow drizzle of good olive oil, which means the texture is completely natural and clean. A touch of raw honey rounds out the acidity of the lemon without tipping the balance into sweet territory, and the optional fresh thyme or parsley adds a fragrant, garden-fresh finish. It comes together in under a minute of active effort, and a sealed jar in the fridge keeps it ready for up to five days. Just give it a good shake before you pour — that brief separation is a sign you're working with real, honest ingredients.
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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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