Artificial Flavors Free Tangy Herb Vinaigrette
Bright, zippy, and layered with real flavor, this vinaigrette is the kind of dressing that makes you want to put it on everything. Apple cider vinegar and fresh lemon juice team up for a double hit of tang, while grated garlic, turmeric, and ginger add warmth and depth that you simply cannot fake with a packet. A touch of honey rounds it all out without tipping into sweetness, and the slow drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil brings it together into a beautifully emulsified pour. Store-bought dressings are notorious for hiding synthetic flavor enhancers behind vague "natural and artificial flavors" labels, so making your own from scratch is genuinely the easiest way to stay clear of all that. Every single ingredient here is something you can see, taste, and recognize — no mystery additives, no shortcuts. Whisk it up in minutes, stir in a little fresh parsley if you have it on hand, and store it in a jar in the fridge for whenever a salad, grain bowl, or roasted veggie situation calls.
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8 servings
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 small garlic clove, finely grated
- 1 tsp honey
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, combine the apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, grated garlic, honey, turmeric, ginger, and sea salt. Whisk together until the honey is fully dissolved and the mixture looks uniform.
- 2
While whisking constantly, pour in the olive oil in a slow, steady stream until the dressing is emulsified and slightly thickened — it should coat the back of a spoon lightly and not separate immediately when you stop whisking.
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