Mediterranean Diet Friendly Tangy Herb Vinaigrette
Bright, zippy, and built on a foundation of extra-virgin olive oil, this vinaigrette is the kind of dressing that makes you want to pour it on everything. Apple cider vinegar and fresh lemon juice bring a double hit of tang, while grated garlic adds depth without overwhelming the other flavors. A touch of honey balances the acidity just enough, and ground turmeric and ginger give the whole thing a warm, golden complexity that store-bought dressings rarely manage to pull off. Whisking the olive oil in slowly creates a beautifully emulsified dressing that clings to greens, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls instead of pooling at the bottom of the bowl. The optional fresh parsley adds a pop of color and a clean, herby finish that feels genuinely restaurant-worthy. Once it's in a jar in your fridge, you'll find yourself reaching for it all week long.
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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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