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Turmeric Dressing - anti-inflammatory magic

Made by Anastasia Papapetros - Serves 4 Filed Under: Salad Dressings, Vinaigrette Dressings

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This versatile and easy turmeric dressing is vibrant and flavourful, and it adds a healthy boost to salads or whatever dishes you care to serve it with. 

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TUMERIC DRESSING INGREDIENTS IN A GLASS JAR WITH FRESH TURMERIC & GARLIC ON THE SIDE

Wrap up your culinary creations in the golden glow of turmeric dressing.

This colourful dressing has a wonderful peppery bite to it thanks to the fresh turmeric and ginger, while the apple cider vinegar will allow you to keep it in your fridge for longer than a citrus-based dressing.

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  1. Healing Powers of Turmeric
  2. How to Make This Dressing
  3.  What Can I Use It On?
  4. Tips and Questions
  5. We Have Used It On…
  6. Recipe Card

Healing Powers of Turmeric

It is the curcumin in turmeric that contains the powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that it is famous for.

Curcumin has many scientifically proven health benefits as stated by Healthline, such as the potential to prevent heart disease, Alzheimer's and cancer. It may also help improve symptoms of depression and arthritis.

🎉 Fun Fact: Adding fresh black pepper to your turmeric recipes enhances curcumin absorption in the body by up to 2,000%‼️

How to Make This Dressing

  1. Add all the dressing ingredients to a glass jar, season with some sea salt and cracked black pepper then shake until emulsified. For a smoother consistency blitz in your high-speed or bullet blender.
  2. Taste and adjust seasonings according to your personal preferences.
  3. Keep in a sealed container in your fridge for approximately 10 days.
OVERHEAD VIEW OF TURMERIC DRESSING INGREDIENTS IN A GLASS JAR WITH FRESH TURMERIC, GARLIC AND SALT AND PEPPER ON THE SIDE
ADD INGREDIENTS TO A GLASS JAR
OVERHEAD VIEW OF SHAKEN TURMERIC DRESSING IN A GLASS JAR WITH TURMERIC, GARLIC, SALT AND PEPPER ON THE SIDE
SHAKE WELL TO COMBINE

 What Can I Use It On?

  • Drizzle it over salads with leafy greens such as spinach, mixed lettuce, arugula/rocket; sturdy greens such as kale and silverbeet; brassicas such as broccoli, broccolini, cauliflower or romanesco; also wonderful on bean salads.
  • Spoon it over roasted veggies such as squash, pumpkin or Brussels sprouts or over stir-fried veggies for an extra layer of taste and colour.
  • Brush turmeric dressing on grilled chicken, fish, or tofu for a flavourful and golden finish.
  • Mix into cooked rice for a vibrant and aromatic side dish.
  • Spoon it over your grain or Buddha bowls.

Marinade Magic

Another super little dressing that can double as a marinade, great for grilled prawns, fish, chicken or tofu to infuse your dishes with a delightful turmeric kick.

Tips and Questions

Why Fresh Turmeric?

Fresh turmeric has a more vibrant and spicier taste than powdered and its potency is much lower, so make sure you use a good quality organic powder high in curcumin.

How Much Dressing Does It Make?

This recipe makes just over half a cup of dressing enough for a salad that serves 4; the nutritional information has been calculated per serving.Tur

How Long Can I Store It For?

Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for approximately 10 days.

Turmeric Warning ⛔️

Stain Alert: Be cautious as turmeric can stain surfaces and clothing. Handle with care and wash promptly.

We Have Used It On…

MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH TURMERIC DRESSING

Mixed green salad with turmeric dressing in a pink bowl with gold cutlery.
MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH TURMERIC DRESSING

Recipe Card

Tumeric dressing ingredients in a glass jar with fresh turmeric and garlic on the sid.

Healing Turmeric Dressing

This versatile and easy turmeric dressing is vibrant and flavourful, and it adds a healthy boost to salads or whatever dishes you serve it with.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
* Times are an estimate and will depend on your skill level
Course: Dressing, Dressings & Vinaigrettes
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 4 serves*
Calories: 173kcal
Author: Anastasia Papapetros
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Equipment
  • Glass Jar
Ingredients
  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon turmeric, fresh (grated)
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, fresh (grated)
  • 1 garlic clove (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric, ground
  • Sea salt and cracked black pepper
For the garnish…
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Instructions
  • Place all the dressing ingredients in a glass jar and shake until emulsified (well combined).
  • Keep in a sealed container in your fridge for a week or so.

Notes

*This recipe makes just over half a cup of dressing enough for a salad that serves 4; the nutritional information has been calculated per serving.
Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
Calories: 173kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 24mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Iron: 1mg
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About Anastasia Papapetros

Anastasia has been passionate about cooking since she was eight years old, and hasn't left the kitchen since! With over a decade of experience running her own coffee shop and catering business, Anastasia has developed a true love for salads - especially for family get-togethers and friends' functions. She's the go-to for bringing the perfect salad to any occasion!

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  1. Chris says

    April 29, 2023 at 6:31 am

    5 stars
    Absolutely divine.

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    • Anastasia Papapetros says

      May 02, 2023 at 7:25 am

      Thank you 😊

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  2. Christine says

    December 10, 2022 at 12:22 pm

    Thank you for this anti-inflammatory dressing, Anastasia. I’ve been dealing with some chronic pains and I think this will help.

    What if I don’t have fresh ingredients? How do I adapt this with ground ingredients? Turmeric and ginger.

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    • Anastasia says

      December 10, 2022 at 2:56 pm

      Hi Christine

      So sorry to hear that you have been in so much pain, I love using fresh ingredients and whenever I find fresh turmeric and ginger (especially when they are on sale) I like to buy loads and store them in the freezer, just something to keep in mind.

      Fresh turmeric has a more vibrant and spicier taste than powdered and its potency is much lower, so make sure you use a good quality organic powder high in curcumin.

      Fresh ginger has a stronger more peppery flavour and contains more gingerol (for gastrointestinal motility) but powdered ginger contains more shogaols (memory and cognitive enhancing properties).

      Generally speaking 1 teaspoon of ground turmeric powder is used for 1 tablespoon of fresh. While 1/4 teaspoon of ginger powder is used to replace 1 tablespoon of fresh.

      To give you you a 100% foolproof answer I will have to test it first but you could try -

      * ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
      * ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
      * 2 teaspoon turmeric powder
      * ¼ teaspoon ginger powder
      * 1 garlic clove (minced)
      * Sea salt and cracked black pepper

      I can get back to you with in a few days after I have tested the powdered version.

      Let me know if that helps!

      Cheers
      Anastasia

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      • Christine says

        January 30, 2024 at 1:32 am

        This is definitely very helpful, Anastasia! Thank you so much!

        Reply
        • Anastasia Papapetros says

          January 30, 2024 at 2:41 pm

          My pleasure Christine, let me know if there is anything else I can help with.

          P.S. I did test it the dressing and used it in a green salad with avocado and it was delicious.

          Reply

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