Sesame Soy Vinaigrette
Elevate your salads, grain bowls, and marinades with this delightful Sesame Soy Vinaigrette, a quick and flavorful dressing that comes together in just 5 minutes. This recipe features a harmonious blend of pantry staples like soy sauce, rice vinegar, and toasted sesame oil, enhanced by the bold flavors of freshly grated ginger and minced garlic. A touch of honey balances the savory notes, while toasted sesame seeds and optional red pepper flakes add texture and a hint of heat. Perfect as a salad dressing, marinade, or dipping sauce, this versatile vinaigrette is a must-have for adding an Asian-inspired twist to your dishes. Plus, it's effortlessly emulsified for a smooth, velvety consistency that clings beautifully to every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, freshly grated
- 2 tablespoons Neutral oil (e.g., canola or vegetable oil)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds, toasted
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, honey, and water.
Add the minced garlic and freshly grated ginger, stirring well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
Slowly whisk in the neutral oil to emulsify the vinaigrette until it achieves a smooth consistency.
Sprinkle in the toasted sesame seeds and red pepper flakes (if using), and stir to combine.
Taste the vinaigrette and adjust seasoning as needed, adding a pinch more honey for sweetness or vinegar for tanginess.
Transfer the finished vinaigrette to a small jar or bottle. Shake well before each use.
Drizzle over salads, use as a marinade, or serve as a dipping sauce for a savory flavor boost.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
424 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.6 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1154 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.9 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 3.7 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 46 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 148 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.
