Pork Free Tangy Herb Vinaigrette
Bright, tangy, and layered with warm spice, this vinaigrette is the kind of dressing that makes you want to put it on everything — salads, roasted vegetables, grain bowls, you name it. Apple cider vinegar and fresh lemon juice team up for a double hit of acidity, while honey softens the edge just enough to keep things balanced. Ground turmeric and ginger add a subtle earthiness that feels a little unexpected in a vinaigrette but absolutely works. The slow-drizzle whisking method is the key to getting that smooth, emulsified texture that clings to greens instead of pooling at the bottom of the bowl. Fresh parsley stirred in at the end keeps it lively and bright. Store-bought dressings can be a minefield of hidden additives, but this one is made entirely from pantry staples and fresh ingredients you can see and trust. Shake it up in a jar and keep it in the fridge — it's the kind of homemade staple that quietly upgrades your whole week of meals.
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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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