Mediterranean Fresh Turmeric & Black Pepper Vinaigrette Recipe Is a Nutritional Powerhouse Mediterranean Diet Recipes Sauces/Condiments Budget Recipes Salads Gluten-free Low Sugar Recipes Low Sodium Recipes Spices

Quick and easy homemade salad dressings are one of the fastest ways to add freshness and flavor to your lunches and dinners. Most of us are aware of the health benefits of turmeric and the health benefits of black pepper, but did you know these two combined together are a nutritional powerhouse?

Turmeric and black pepper are a powerful combination, and a tasty one, too! This fresh turmeric vinaigrette recipe takes less than five minutes to make, and uses both of those healthy ingredients.

To make this salad dressing recipe you will need just four simple ingredients. Here is your short shopping list: lemons for juicing (lemons have health benefits, too!), olive oil (check out the health benefits of olive oil), fresh turmeric root, black pepper and optional sea salt.

Drizzle this fresh turmeric vinaigrette over your lettuce-based salads, protein bowls, grain salads, grilled chicken breast, grilled shrimp or fish, or even use it as a marinade.

Cuisine: Mediterranean 
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 12

Ingredients

• juice from 2 lemons
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 inches fresh turmeric root, peeled and grated fine
• 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
• sea salt, to taste

Recipe Notes

• Fresh turmeric root is available in most grocery stores in the produce department.

• Store the vinaigrette in an airtight container, mason jar or salad dressing cruet in the fridge.

• The vinaigrette will separate while sitting, so shake well before using. 

• For more flavor, and even more nutrition, add a minced or pressed clove of garlic.

Here's how to make it: 

1. Put the ingredients into a small bowl, mason jar or salad dressing cruet.
2. Whisk or shake to combine.

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