Heart-Healthy Creamy Peanut Dressing
Elevate your salads, grain bowls, or wraps with this irresistibly *Heart-Healthy Creamy Peanut Dressing*! Bursting with the nutty richness of natural creamy peanut butter, balanced perfectly with the tanginess of fresh lime juice and the umami depth of low-sodium soy sauce, this dressing proves you don’t need to compromise on flavor for a heart-smart choice. Freshly grated ginger and minced garlic add layers of zingy complexity, while a touch of honey and sesame oil round out the flavors. Easily whisked together in just 10 minutes, this velvety dressing can be adjusted to your preferred thickness, and a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes offers an optional kick of spice. Perfect for those seeking a quick, healthy, and homemade alternative to store-bought dressings, this recipe is proof that wholesome can also be delicious. Store it in the fridge, and it’s ready whenever you need a creamy, flavorful upgrade!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Natural creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, freshly grated
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 4 tablespoons Water
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add 0.5 cup of natural creamy peanut butter.
Pour in 2 tablespoons of low-sodium soy sauce and 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice. Mix well with the peanut butter until combined.
Add in 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 teaspoon of freshly grated ginger, and 1 clove of minced garlic. Stir the mixture until it's blended smoothly.
Drizzle in 1 teaspoon of sesame oil and continue to mix.
Gradually incorporate 4 tablespoons of water into the dressing, stirring continuously to reach the desired creamy consistency. You may adjust the amount of water based on your preference for thickness.
If desired, add 0.25 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.
Whisk the dressing until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and the dressing is smooth.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or an airtight container.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
902 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.3 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.7 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1505 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.5 g | ||
| Protein | 29.6 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 89 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 710 mg | 15% | |
*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.
