Pineapple Ginger Dressing
Transform your salads and dishes with the vibrant, tropical flavors of this Pineapple Ginger Dressing. Bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh pineapple and the zesty kick of grated ginger, this quick and easy recipe blends pantry staples like olive oil, honey, and soy sauce with tangy rice vinegar and lime juice for a perfectly balanced finish. Ready in just 10 minutes, this creamy, citrusy dressing is not only delicious as a topping for salads but also doubles as a versatile marinade for grilled chicken or fish. Refrigerate it to let the flavors harmonize and enjoy its refreshing taste as the ultimate complement to your favorite meals. Perfect for fans of sweet-and-savory dressings, this tropical delight will elevate your dishes to gourmet status!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 tablespoon (grated) Fresh ginger
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
1. Begin by preparing the fresh pineapple chunks. Peel and core a ripe pineapple, then measure out 1 cup of chunks.
2. Peel and grate about 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger. Set aside.
3. In a blender or food processor, combine the pineapple chunks, grated ginger, olive oil, honey, rice vinegar, soy sauce, lime juice, salt, and black pepper.
4. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as necessary to ensure all ingredients are fully incorporated.
5. Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt, lime juice, or honey to balance the flavors.
6. Transfer the dressing to a glass jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
7. Serve drizzled over greens, roasted vegetables, or grains, or use as a marinade for grilled chicken or fish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
667 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.3 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 800 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.1 g | ||
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 31 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 277 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.
