Light Asian Salad Dressing
Elevate your salads with this Light Asian Salad Dressing, a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Made with a harmonious blend of soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and honey, this dressing is enhanced by the zest of freshly squeezed lime juice, the warmth of grated ginger, and the punch of minced garlic—plus a hint of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat. Ready in just 5 minutes, this versatile and simple recipe is a healthy, low-calorie option that pairs beautifully with crisp greens, grain bowls, or even as a marinade for grilled veggies or proteins. Store your homemade creation in the fridge and enjoy its vibrant flavors all week long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and honey. Whisk until the honey is dissolved.
Add the freshly squeezed lime juice, grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using). Whisk well to combine.
Stir in the water to thin out the dressing slightly. Adjust the amount of water based on your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Add a touch more honey for sweetness or lime juice for extra tanginess.
Transfer the dressing to a small jar or container for easy pouring. Shake well before each use.
Drizzle over your favorite salad, toss to coat, and serve immediately. Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
217 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.2 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.0 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1155 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.7 g | ||
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 21 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 156 mg | 3% | |
*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.
