Sesame Free Shallot Vinaigrette
Bottled dressings are one of the sneakiest places sesame hides, whether it's tahini blended into a vinaigrette or sesame oil added for depth — so making your own is genuinely the safest move. This one comes together in minutes with a short list of clean, straightforward ingredients you can easily verify. Minced shallot, apple cider vinegar, raw honey, and a whisper of ground ginger create a bright, slightly sweet base that feels far more complex than the effort involved. A slow drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil brings it all together into a beautifully emulsified dressing that clings to greens instead of pooling at the bottom of the bowl. Fresh thyme is optional but worth it if you have a sprig on hand — it adds a subtle herbal note that makes the whole thing feel a little more special. It keeps in the fridge for up to five days, so you can dress salads all week without reaching for a bottle.
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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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