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Zesty Turmeric Cilantro Vinaigrette Recipe for Salads, Bowls, and More

Zesty Turmeric Cilantro Vinaigrette Recipe

A bright, golden homemade vinaigrette featuring fresh lime, cilantro, turmeric, garlic, cumin, and ginger. This versatile dressing is ready in 10 minutes and pairs beautifully with salads, roasted vegetables, grain bowls, seafood, chicken, and tofu.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Vinaigrette
  • 1/3 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems, lightly packed and finely chopped
  • 1 clove Small garlic clove, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 pinch Cayenne pepper, optional

Method
 

Step-by-Step
  1. Whisk together the lime juice, apple cider vinegar, honey or maple syrup, garlic, turmeric, cumin, salt, black pepper, ginger, and optional cayenne.
  2. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously until the dressing is emulsified and looks glossy.
  3. Stir in the finely chopped cilantro so the fresh herb remains distinct and fragrant.
  4. Taste the vinaigrette and adjust with additional lime juice, salt, or sweetener as needed.
  5. Let the dressing stand for 5 to 10 minutes so the cilantro, garlic, and spices can infuse the mixture.
  6. Whisk again immediately before using, then drizzle over salads, vegetables, bowls, proteins, or legumes.

Notes

Turmeric can stain clothing, plastic containers, and porous countertops, so store this dressing in a glass jar. Refrigerate in a sealed jar for up to 5 days. If the olive oil solidifies slightly, let the vinaigrette sit at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes and shake well before serving.