Sesame Vinaigrette with Chili
Elevate your salads, grain bowls, and roasted vegetables with this tantalizing Sesame Vinaigrette with Chili, a perfect balance of nutty, tangy, sweet, and spicy flavors. Made with toasted sesame oil, rice vinegar, a touch of honey, and a kick of chili flakes, this Asian-inspired dressing comes together in just 10 minutes with no cooking required. Fresh ginger and minced garlic add bold, aromatic depth, while a squeeze of lime juice brightens every bite. Customize it to your taste by adjusting the sweetness or spice, and finish with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for added texture and visual appeal. Quick, versatile, and bursting with flavor, this vinaigrette is a must-have for busy home cooks looking to infuse dishes with bold and vibrant character. Perfect for meal prep, it stores beautifully in the fridge for up to a week!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 1 clove Garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, combine sesame oil, rice vinegar, and soy sauce. Whisk together until well blended.
Add honey, chili flakes, grated ginger, and minced garlic to the mixture. Whisk again to combine completely.
Squeeze in the lime juice and give the vinaigrette one final whisk to ensure all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Taste the vinaigrette and adjust seasonings if needed, such as adding extra soy sauce for saltiness or honey for sweetness.
For a smoother texture, optionally transfer the mixture to a blender and pulse for a few seconds.
Pour the vinaigrette into a jar or airtight container and let it sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, garnish with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds if desired.
Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake or stir well before each use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
476 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.4 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 579 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.0 g | ||
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 166 mg | 4% | |
*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.
