Japanese Style Salad Dressing
Elevate your salads with this irresistible Japanese Style Salad Dressing, a harmonious blend of savory, tangy, and nutty flavors that's both versatile and easy to prepare. Featuring soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil as the base, this quick 10-minute recipe is infused with the zesty warmth of freshly grated ginger and minced garlic, balanced by a hint of sugar. A touch of Dijon mustard adds creaminess, while toasted sesame seeds provide a delightful crunch. Perfect for drizzling over crisp greens or as a marinade for proteins, this dressing is a must-have for fans of Asian-inspired cuisine. Make it ahead and let the flavors meld for an even more vibrant taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, freshly grated
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Sesame seeds, toasted
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and vegetable oil.
Add the sugar, grated ginger, and minced garlic to the bowl.
Whisk the mixture until the sugar fully dissolves and the dressing is well-emulsified.
Add the Dijon mustard and continue whisking until fully incorporated for extra creaminess and flavor.
Toast the sesame seeds in a small dry skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant.
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds into the dressing and stir to combine.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more sugar for sweetness or a dash of rice vinegar for tanginess.
Transfer the dressing to a sealable container or jar and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Shake well before serving. Drizzle over your favorite salad or use as a marinade for proteins.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
459 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.2 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1845 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.0 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | ||
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 80 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 214 mg | 5% | |
*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.
