Peanut Free Turmeric Lemon Dressing
Bright, golden, and packed with warm spice, this turmeric lemon dressing is the kind of thing you'll want to drizzle over absolutely everything — grain bowls, roasted vegetables, crisp salads, you name it. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from peanuts or tree nuts, so there's no label-reading stress involved. The base is fresh lemon juice and good olive oil, with ground turmeric and ginger giving it that gorgeous color and a gentle, earthy heat. A touch of raw honey balances the acidity beautifully, and the optional Dijon mustard is a smart trick that helps the whole thing emulsify into a silky, cohesive pour. Whisking the oil in slowly is the only real technique required, and the result is a dressing that looks and tastes far more impressive than the effort it takes. It keeps in the fridge for up to five days, so you can make a jar on Sunday and have a vibrant, homemade dressing ready all week long.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
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.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!