Rice Free Sumac Vinaigrette
Bright, tangy, and layered with warm spice, this vinaigrette is the kind of dressing that makes you want to pour it on absolutely everything. Ground sumac is the star here — it blooms in apple cider vinegar for a few minutes, turning the liquid a gorgeous deep burgundy and softening into something almost jammy before the rest of the ingredients join in. Turmeric and ginger add an earthy, subtly warming backbone, while fresh lemon juice and garlic keep things lively and sharp. A slow drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil whisked in at the end brings it all together into a silky, properly emulsified dressing with real body. For anyone navigating grain-free eating, bottled dressings can be a minefield of hidden starches and fillers — making this from scratch means you know exactly what's in it. The optional raw honey rounds out the acidity without tipping it into sweetness, so you can take it in whichever direction suits your salad. Store it in a jar and give it a good shake before serving — it keeps beautifully and only gets better as the flavors settle.
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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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