Yeast Free Orange-Garlic Vinaigrette
Bright, citrusy, and layered with warmth from fresh ginger and turmeric, this vinaigrette is the kind of dressing that makes you want to put it on everything. Store-bought dressings are notorious for sneaking in fermented ingredients, added sugars, or hidden yeast-derived flavor enhancers — so making your own is genuinely the smarter move. Here, apple cider vinegar brings the tang without any yeast involvement, and raw honey adds just enough sweetness to balance the bold garlic and orange zest. The slow drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil while whisking creates a beautifully emulsified dressing that clings to greens instead of pooling at the bottom of the bowl. A pinch of turmeric gives it a gorgeous golden hue and a subtle earthiness that makes it feel a little more special than your average weeknight pour. Fresh thyme is optional but worth it if you have it on hand — it adds a herby, almost floral note that ties everything together. Make a jar on Sunday and you'll have a vibrant, wholesome dressing ready to go all week long.
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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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