Ginger Peanut Dressing
Elevate your salads, grain bowls, and noodles with this zesty and creamy Ginger Peanut Dressing, a perfect balance of savory, tangy, and subtly sweet flavors. Made with creamy peanut butter, fresh grated ginger, soy sauce, and a hint of lime juice, this versatile dressing comes together in just 10 minutes—no cooking required! The addition of sesame oil, rice vinegar, and optional red pepper flakes gives it a bold, aromatic kick, while a touch of honey rounds out the flavor profile. Easily adjustable to your preferred consistency, this homemade dressing is not only bursting with fresh, vibrant ingredients but also fridge-friendly, staying deliciously fresh for up to a week. Whether you're drizzling it over greens, tossing it with noodles, or using it as a dipping sauce, this quick and easy dressing is guaranteed to make any dish crave-worthy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1.5 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 small garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Peel and finely grate the fresh ginger until you have 1 tablespoon.
Mince the garlic clove or use a garlic press for a smoother texture.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, grated ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and sesame oil.
Whisk the ingredients until smooth and well combined.
Gradually add the water, 1 tablespoon at a time, whisking constantly to achieve your desired dressing consistency. For a thicker dressing, use less water; for a thinner dressing, add a little more.
Stir in the lime juice and red pepper flakes, if using, to add a bright and slightly spicy note.
Taste the dressing and adjust the flavors to suit your preference—add a little more soy sauce for saltiness, honey for sweetness, or lime juice for tanginess.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or container. Cover and refrigerate for up to one week.
Shake or stir before using, as the ingredients may settle over time.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
509 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.2 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1366 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.4 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.5 g | ||
| Protein | 15.5 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 53 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 499 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.
