Sesame Salad Dressing
Brighten up your salads with this quick and flavorful Sesame Salad Dressing, a perfect balance of rich sesame oil, tangy rice vinegar, and savory soy sauce. Infused with freshly grated ginger and minced garlic, this dressing boasts a bold, aromatic profile that pairs wonderfully with crunchy greens, grain bowls, or even roasted veggies. A touch of honey—or maple syrup for a vegan twist—adds subtle sweetness, while toasted sesame seeds lend a delicious nutty finish and texture. Ready in just 5 minutes, this homemade salad dressing can be tailored to your preferred consistency and stored in the fridge for up to a week. Elevate your meal prep game with this easy, versatile recipe that’s packed with Asian-inspired flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 2 teaspoons Toasted sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Water (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey (or maple syrup). Whisk until well blended.
Add the toasted sesame seeds, grated ginger, and minced garlic to the bowl. Whisk again to incorporate the ingredients evenly.
If you prefer a thinner consistency, add up to 1 tablespoon of water, a little at a time, whisking after each addition until the dressing reaches your desired texture.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more soy sauce for saltiness, honey for sweetness, or vinegar for tanginess.
Transfer the sesame dressing to a jar or airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Shake or whisk before serving, and drizzle over your favorite salad or dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
363 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.4 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1154 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.6 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.4 g | ||
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 61 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 161 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.
