Gluten Free Turmeric Lemon Dressing
Bright, golden, and packed with anti-inflammatory goodness, this zesty dressing transforms any salad, grain bowl, or roasted vegetable into something genuinely craveable. The combination of fresh lemon juice, earthy turmeric, and warm ginger creates a flavor that feels both vibrant and grounding — a little tangy, a little sweet, and just the right amount of bold. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of gluten, so there's no label-reading stress or worrying about hidden thickeners that sneak into so many store-bought dressings. The optional Dijon mustard does double duty, adding a subtle depth while helping the olive oil and lemon juice emulsify into a beautifully cohesive, slightly silky texture. A quick whisk is all it takes, and the whole thing comes together in one small bowl. It keeps in the fridge for up to five days, making it an easy prep-ahead staple you'll want to drizzle on just about everything.
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6 servings
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
- ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 small clove garlic, finely grated or minced
- 1 tsp raw honey
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ½ tsp dijon mustard (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the lemon juice, turmeric, grated garlic, honey, ground ginger, black pepper, and salt in a small bowl. Whisk together until the honey dissolves and the mixture is uniform.
- 2
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking constantly until the dressing is emulsified and slightly thickened. If using Dijon mustard, whisk it in with the lemon juice mixture in step 1 — it helps the emulsion hold.
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