Quick Maple Mustard Dressing with Turmeric

A flavorful dressing makes all difference for a super-satisfying salad, and this one's full of ingredients that are great for you, too!

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Prep Time 5 mins

Servings 5 - 7

Ingredients

¼ cup mustard (I like stone ground, such as Thrive Market’s)
¼ cup organic, unfiltered apple cider vinegar* (such as Bragg's)
¼ cup extra-virgin, cold-pressed olive oil
1-2 tbsp pure maple syrup (or honey)
1 tsp ground turmeric
several grinds of fresh black pepper
1-2 tbsp water
1 large garlic clove, pressed (optional)
sea salt to taste

Instructions

Add all ingredients except the water to a jar or container with a tight-fitting lid, put the lid on and shake it until well mixed. I love this Oxo Shaker. (You can also whisk it, or pulse it a few times with an immersion blender or in a regular blender.) Add about a tablespoon of water at a time as needed to thin it out (this will depend on your mustard and preference). Add salt and/or more maple to taste.
Dressing keeps well in the fridge for up to two weeks (shake it up again each time you use it).

Notes

Use any type of mustard you like but just make sure there's no added preservatives, sugar, or artificial colors or sweeteners. Real honey is fine (skip the maple because it'll be plenty sweet), but double-check the ingredient list because they'll usually sneak other sweeteners in there, too. I love the bold flavor of Thrive Market's Organic Stone Ground Mustard (use my referral link for 25% off your first order).

*You could sub fresh lemon juice or white wine vinegar.

Black pepper helps our bodies absorb turmeric so don't skip it if you want its anti-inflammatory and other benefits! Feel free to also increase the amount of turmeric if you like the taste. Also, warning if you've never used turmeric: it will stain clothes, counter tops, etc. - not permanently but better to be careful!