Sesame 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 is the star here, bringing a fruity, almost wine-like tartness that blooms beautifully after a short soak in apple cider vinegar, turning the liquid a gorgeous deep burgundy before you even add anything else. Turmeric and ginger give it a subtle earthiness and gentle heat, while fresh lemon juice keeps things lively and bright. A touch of raw honey rounds out the acidity without tipping into sweetness, and a slow drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil pulls it all together into a silky, emulsified dressing. Store-bought dressings are notorious for sneaking in tahini or other sesame-derived ingredients, especially in Middle Eastern-inspired blends, so making this one from scratch means you know exactly what's in the bottle. It comes together in minutes with pantry staples and keeps well in a jar — just give it a good shake before you pour.
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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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