Cinnamon Free Orange-Garlic Vinaigrette
Bright, citrusy, and just a little punchy from garlic and ginger, this vinaigrette is the kind of dressing that makes you want to eat more salad. Fresh orange juice and zest give it a natural sweetness that pairs beautifully with the tang of apple cider vinegar, while a touch of raw honey rounds everything out without tipping into cloying territory. Ground turmeric adds a warm, golden hue and subtle earthiness — and since every ingredient here is straightforward and whole, there's no guesswork about what's actually in your bottle. For anyone navigating a sensitivity to cinnamon, store-bought dressings and spice blends can be a minefield, since that warm spice has a way of sneaking into "citrus" or "honey" flavored products. Making it yourself takes about five minutes and puts you completely in control. Whisk it up, stash it in a jar, and you've got a fridge-ready dressing that holds for up to five days — just give it a good shake before drizzling it over greens, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls.
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8 servings
- ¼ cup fresh orange juice (from about 1 large orange)
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced or grated
- ½ tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp raw honey
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the orange juice, orange zest, apple cider vinegar, garlic, ginger, honey, sea salt, and turmeric in a small bowl or jar and whisk together until the honey is fully dissolved.
- 2
Drizzle in the olive oil in a slow, steady stream while whisking constantly until the dressing is emulsified and slightly thickened, about 1 minute. Stir in the fresh thyme, if using.
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