Low Fat Toasted Sesame Dressing
Elevate your salads and dishes with this light yet flavorful Low Fat Toasted Sesame Dressing, a perfect blend of tangy and nutty flavors with a subtle sweetness. Made with low-sodium soy sauce, unseasoned rice vinegar, and a touch of toasted sesame oil, this recipe is packed with bold taste while keeping things health-conscious. Fresh ginger, minced garlic, and toasted sesame seeds add depth and texture, while honey or maple syrup (for a vegan alternative) balances it all out. Ready in just 5 minutes, this effortless homemade dressing pairs beautifully with Asian-inspired salads, steamed veggies, or even a marinade for grilled proteins. Plus, it's easy to customize with a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for those who enjoy a hint of heat. Wholesome, quick, and endlessly versatile, this dressing is a must-have for meal prep or enhancing weeknight meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar (unseasoned)
- 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey (or maple syrup for vegan version)
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (toasted)
- 0.25 teaspoon Optional: Red pepper flakes
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, and honey (or maple syrup if making a vegan version).
Add in the grated fresh ginger and minced garlic, stirring until evenly combined.
Slowly whisk in the water to slightly thin the dressing to your desired consistency.
Sprinkle in the toasted sesame seeds and optional red pepper flakes for a hint of heat.
Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning, adding a bit more rice vinegar for tanginess or honey/maple syrup for sweetness if needed.
Store the dressing in an airtight container or jar in the refrigerator for up to one week. Shake or stir well before each use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
110 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.6 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1002 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.9 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.9 g | ||
| Protein | 5.0 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 25 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 28 mg | 1% | |
*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.
