Apple cider vinegar gets credited with more than the research actually backs, but there's a real, modest effect worth using in a dressing you're already reaching for. A small amount on a daily salad is a low-effort way to work it in without treating it like medicine.
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 small clove garlic, minced or grated
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 to 2 tablespoons water, to thin
Instructions
- Whisk the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, mustard, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper together in a bowl, or shake in a sealed jar.
- Add water 1 tablespoon at a time until the dressing reaches a pourable consistency.
- Taste and adjust: more honey for sweetness, more vinegar for tang.
- Store in a sealed jar in the fridge and shake before each use.
Nutrition Facts (per 2 tbsp serving)
| Calories | 110 |
| Total fat | 10g |
| Total carbohydrates | 4g |
| Dietary fiber | 0g |
| Protein | 0.3g |
| Sodium | 190mg |
Why This Is Good for Your Gut
A small preliminary study of 11 adults with type 2 diabetes found that apple cider vinegar taken before bed lowered fasting blood glucose by up to 6 percent the next morning in those with higher starting levels.[1] The study was small and short, so this is a real but modest effect, not a substitute for anything else on your plate. Honey brings its own gut-relevant angle too, covered in Honey and Your Gut: What the Research Shows.
Keeps in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. The oil will solidify slightly when cold, so let the jar sit out a few minutes and shake before using. Try it drizzled over the Tropical Digestive Fruit Salad for a sweeter pairing.
This recipe is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional dietary advice.
