Lemon-Garlic Dressing

Low Carb Dressing
Written By Angela van Schaijk

🍋🧄 Lemon-Garlic Dressing

Bold, tangy, and loaded with flavor, this Lemon-Garlic Dressing is a real-food staple that turns even the simplest greens into something crave-worthy. Perfect for drizzling over grilled meats, tossing with salads, or spooning onto roasted vegetables, it’s packed with zesty brightness and primal-approved ingredients. No emulsifiers, no sugars, no weird thickeners — just six powerful, whole-food components that do more than just taste good.

What makes this dressing so special is its detoxifying, digestion-boosting, and anti-inflammatory profile — thanks to a mix of garlic, lemon, and apple cider vinegar. This is one of those recipes that proves eating clean doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor. In fact, it enhances it.

🧄 Garlic (minced)

Garlic is a primal powerhouse — an ancient superfood known for its potent antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory effects. Thanks to compounds like allicin, garlic can support:

  • Immune health

  • Heart and blood pressure regulation

  • Natural detoxification

It also adds a deep, savory bite that balances the acidity of the lemon and vinegar beautifully.

🍋 Lemon Zest & Lemon Juice

Lemon brings a dual punch: the juice delivers vibrant acidity and vitamin C, while the zest packs essential oils that are both aromatic and anti-inflammatory. Together, they help:

  • Alkalize the body

  • Stimulate bile for fat digestion

  • Support collagen production

A splash of lemon wakes up any dish, and in dressings, it acts as a natural preservative too.

🍎 Apple Cider Vinegar

A primal pantry must-have. ACV (especially raw and unfiltered) contains acetic acid, which helps:

  • Stabilize blood sugar

  • Improve digestion

  • Enhance nutrient absorption

It also adds a tart sharpness that balances the richness in protein-heavy meals or fatty cuts.

🧂 Sea Salt

Essential for proper electrolyte balance, especially on a low-carb or primal diet. Sea salt supports:

  • Hydration

  • Muscle function

  • Mineral replenishment

It also amplifies all the other flavors in the dressing.

⚫ Black Pepper

More than just a spice — black pepper contains piperine, which increases the bioavailability of nutrients, especially when paired with other potent ingredients like garlic and lemon. It adds a subtle heat and ties the dressing together.

🫙 Primal Tip: Whisk it all together and store in a small mason jar in the fridge. Shake before each use. This dressing makes everything taste brighter — from simple greens to grilled chicken or fish.

Fresh, functional, and full of zing — your go-to primal vinaigrette just got an upgrade.

Angela van Schaijk