Elevate your salads with this irresistible Sesame Seed Salad Dressing, a perfect blend of rich, nutty flavors and umami goodness! Featuring freshly toasted sesame seeds, savory soy sauce, tangy rice vinegar, and a touch of honey for subtle sweetness, this homemade dressing is a delightful harmony of bold yet balanced ingredients. Infused with the aroma of freshly grated garlic and ginger, and enhanced by the silky smoothness of sesame and vegetable oils, this quick-to-make dressing takes just 10 minutes to prepare. Whether drizzled over crisp greens, roasted veggies, or even noodles, this versatile dressing is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Plus, it stores beautifully in the fridge for up to a week, making it a convenient, flavor-packed addition to any meal.
Toast the sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and vegetable oil. Whisk well to blend the liquids together.
Add the grated garlic, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper to the mixture, and whisk again until smooth.
Stir in the cooled toasted sesame seeds to incorporate them evenly throughout the dressing.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if needed (add a bit more soy sauce for saltiness, honey for sweetness, or rice vinegar for tang).
Transfer the dressing to a jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid for storage.
Store in the refrigerator for up to one week, and shake well before each use.
Calories |
652 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 61.1 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 28.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2322 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.6 g | ||
| Protein | 7.3 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 156 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 266 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.