Miso Sesame Vinaigrette
Elevate your salads, grain bowls, and roasted vegetables with this irresistibly creamy and flavorful Miso Sesame Vinaigrette. This quick, no-cook dressing marries the savory umami of white miso paste with the nutty aroma of toasted sesame oil, the zing of fresh ginger, and a touch of sweetness from honey or maple syrup for a perfectly balanced flavor profile. The addition of rice vinegar and soy sauce creates a tangy and salty base, while a hint of garlic rounds out the depth of this luscious vinaigrette. Perfectly emulsified with neutral oil and thinned to your desired consistency, this versatile sauce is ready in just 10 minutes. Garnish with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for added texture and visual appeal. Whether drizzled over crisp greens or used as a marinade, this homemade miso sesame vinaigrette is a delicious, healthy alternative to store-bought dressings and keeps beautifully in the fridge for up to a week.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons White miso paste
- 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons Neutral oil (such as canola or grapeseed)
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds, toasted (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the white miso paste, rice vinegar, and soy sauce. Whisk together until smooth and well combined.
Slowly drizzle in the toasted sesame oil while whisking constantly to emulsify the mixture.
Add the honey (or maple syrup), grated fresh ginger, and minced garlic to the bowl. Continue whisking until fully incorporated.
Gradually whisk in the neutral oil to further emulsify the dressing and create a smooth consistency.
Add water, one tablespoon at a time, to thin the vinaigrette to your desired consistency. Whisk thoroughly after each addition.
Taste the vinaigrette and adjust flavors as needed by adding more vinegar for tanginess, soy sauce for saltiness, or honey for sweetness.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container. If desired, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top for garnish.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake or stir before using, as some separation may occur.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
756 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.7 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1636 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.4 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.2 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 42 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 189 mg | 4% | |
*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.
