Carrot Dressing
Brighten up your salads and bowls with this vibrant and flavorful Carrot Dressing! Made with a base of fresh, sweet carrots blended to silky perfection, this recipe is infused with the tangy zing of rice vinegar, the umami depth of soy sauce, and a hint of warm spice from fresh ginger. A touch of honey adds natural sweetness, while olive oil ensures a rich, creamy texture. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this quick and easy dressing is as versatile as it is delicious—perfect for drizzling over crisp greens, grain bowls, or even as a dipping sauce for veggies. Plus, it’s naturally dairy-free and packed with nutrients, making it a wholesome addition to your meal prep repertoire. Store it in the fridge for up to five days and enjoy its bold, fresh taste all week long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium carrots
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons water
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel and roughly chop the carrots into small chunks.
Peel and finely mince the ginger.
Peel and smash the garlic clove with the side of a knife.
Add the chopped carrots, olive oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, minced ginger, garlic clove, water, salt, and black pepper to a blender or food processor.
Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure even blending.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary—add more salt, pepper, or a touch more honey for sweetness if desired.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or container. It can be used immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Serve over salads, grain bowls, or as a dip for vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
596 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.4 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1260 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.1 g | ||
| Protein | 3.0 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 59 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 511 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
