Alpha Gal Friendly Shallot Vinaigrette
Bottled dressings are one of those sneaky places where mammalian-derived ingredients — dairy, certain natural flavors, or meat-based additives — can hide in plain sight, making store shelves a frustrating place to shop. This simple vinaigrette sidesteps all of that with a short, clean ingredient list you can read at a glance. Minced shallot brings a gentle, savory bite, while apple cider vinegar and a touch of raw honey create that perfect sweet-tart balance that makes a good dressing genuinely craveable. A pinch of ground ginger adds just enough warmth to keep things interesting, and the slow drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil pulls it all together into a silky, emulsified pour. Fresh thyme is optional but worth it if you have it on hand — it gives the whole thing an herby, almost floral lift. It comes together in minutes, keeps in the fridge for up to five days, and works beautifully over salads, roasted vegetables, or anything else that needs a bright, confident finish.
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6 servings
- 1 medium shallot, minced
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp raw honey
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the minced shallot, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and ground ginger in a small bowl. Stir briefly and let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, until the shallot softens slightly and the salt dissolves.
- 2
Add the thyme leaves, if using. While whisking constantly, pour in the olive oil in a slow, steady stream until the dressing is emulsified and slightly thickened, with no visible oil pooling on the surface.
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