Gut Friendly Orange-Garlic Vinaigrette
Bright, citrusy, and layered with warmth, this vinaigrette is the kind of dressing that makes you want to put it on everything. Fresh orange juice and zest give it a natural sweetness, while apple cider vinegar adds that tangy backbone your gut genuinely appreciates — it's a fermented staple that fits right into a digestion-conscious kitchen. Grated ginger and ground turmeric bring anti-inflammatory depth without overpowering the dressing, and raw honey ties it all together with just enough sweetness to balance the acidity. Extra-virgin olive oil gets whisked in slowly until the whole thing emulsifies into something silky and restaurant-worthy. Optional fresh thyme nudges it into truly special territory. It comes together in minutes, keeps in the fridge for up to five days, and works beautifully over roasted vegetables, grain bowls, or simple greens — basically anywhere you want clean, feel-good flavor without reaching for a bottle full of ingredients you can't pronounce.
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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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