BHA & BHT Free Sumac Vinaigrette
Bright, tangy, and layered with warm spice, this vinaigrette is the kind of dressing that makes you want to put it on everything — roasted vegetables, grain bowls, simple green salads, you name it. Sumac brings a fruity, almost wine-like tartness that pairs beautifully with apple cider vinegar and fresh lemon juice, creating a depth of flavor that store-bought dressings rarely come close to matching. The problem with many bottled dressings is that they rely on synthetic preservatives like BHA and BHT to extend shelf life, which means they're off the table for anyone avoiding those additives. Here, every ingredient is clean and recognizable — extra-virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, turmeric, ginger, and a touch of raw honey if you like a hint of sweetness. Letting the sumac steep in the vinegar for a few minutes before whisking everything together is a small step that makes a big difference, coaxing out that gorgeous deep burgundy color and mellowing the sharpness just enough. Drizzling in the olive oil slowly while whisking gives you a beautifully emulsified dressing that clings to every leaf rather than pooling at the bottom of the bowl. Make a jar on Sunday and you'll be reaching for it all week.
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6 servings
- 3 tbsp ground sumac
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 small clove garlic, finely grated
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp raw honey (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the sumac and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl and let stand for 5 minutes until the sumac softens and the liquid turns a deep burgundy.
- 2
Add the lemon juice, grated garlic, salt, turmeric, ginger, and honey (if using) to the bowl and whisk until the salt dissolves.
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