Indonesia Inspired Salad Dressing
Transform your salads into a vibrant, flavor-packed masterpiece with this Indonesia-Inspired Salad Dressing. This creamy, nutty dressing blends the richness of peanut butter with the umami of soy sauce, the tropical allure of coconut milk, and the tangy brightness of freshly squeezed lime juice. Infused with the warmth of grated ginger, a hint of garlic, and a kick of optional red chili flakes, this versatile dressing is perfectly balanced by a touch of honey and sesame oil for a subtle sweetness and depth. Ready in just 10 minutes, this recipe is ideal for elevating any salad, noodle bowl, or even as a dipping sauce for your favorite appetizers. Bursting with Asian-inspired flavors, this homemade creation is as simple to make as it is delicious—perfect for meal-prep or impressing guests at your next gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 4 tablespoons Coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Honey
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
- 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional, for spice)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Water (to thin the dressing as needed)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and soy sauce. Stir until smooth.
Add the coconut milk, lime juice, and rice vinegar to the bowl. Whisk until fully incorporated.
Stir in the honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes (if using) for an added kick.
Drizzle in the sesame oil and whisk the ingredients together until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dressing reaches your desired consistency.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning to your liking (you can add a pinch of salt, more lime juice, or extra chili flakes if preferred).
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Serve over your salad or use it as a dipping sauce. Shake well before each use if stored.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
603 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.4 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.1 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1444 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.0 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.5 g | ||
| Protein | 19.4 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 638 mg | 14% | |
*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.
