Heat a small pot over medium-low heat, and add the extra virgin olive oil. Lightly toast the walnuts for 1-2 minutes stirring the whole time.
Add the diced Medjool dates, golden raisins, lemon zest, and thyme leaves. Sauté for 1 minute.
Add the almond milk, and reduce heat to a low simmer for 2 minutes.
Add the garlic confit and a dash of garlic oil to the vinaigrette.
Finish the vinaigrette with lemon juice. Adjust the thickness with additional almond milk if needed. The vinaigrette needs to be loose enough to spoon over the plate.