Nut-Free Ginger Salad Dressing
Elevate your salads with this zesty and flavorful Nut-Free Ginger Salad Dressing, a quick homemade recipe that’s ready in just 10 minutes! Made with freshly grated ginger, soy sauce, and rice vinegar, this dressing features a perfect balance of savory and tangy notes, complemented by the subtle sweetness of honey and a hint of toasted sesame oil. Olive oil is whisked in to create a smooth and silky texture, while garlic and lemon juice add layers of bold, fresh flavor. Completely free of nuts, this versatile ginger dressing is perfect for allergy-friendly meals, pairing beautifully with leafy greens, slaws, or even as a marinade. Make it ahead and refrigerate—just give it a shake before serving for a vibrant splash of taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons, grated Fresh ginger
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 clove, minced Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Begin by peeling and grating 2 tablespoons of fresh ginger. Transfer the grated ginger to a small mixing bowl.
In the same bowl, add 3 tablespoons of soy sauce and 3 tablespoons of rice vinegar. Stir to combine.
Slowly pour in 1 cup of olive oil while whisking continuously to emulsify the mixture.
Add 2 tablespoons of honey to the mixture and continue to whisk until the honey is thoroughly integrated.
Mince 1 clove of garlic and add it to the dressing, ensuring it's well combined.
Pour in 1 teaspoon of toasted sesame oil and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, stirring well to incorporate all the flavors.
Season the dressing with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper, adjusting to taste if necessary.
Transfer the finished ginger dressing to a bottle or jar with a lid, and shake well before use.
Refrigerate until ready to use. Shake or stir before serving as the ingredients may separate over time.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2230 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 229.0 g | 294% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.4 g | 177% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 21.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2917 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.7 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.3 g | ||
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 279 mg | 6% | |
*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.
