Soy-Free Asian Sesame Dressing
Elevate your salad game with this Soy-Free Asian Sesame Dressing, a creamy, flavorful alternative brimming with nutty and tangy goodness. Made with tahini instead of soy sauce, this dressing strikes a perfect balance between toasted sesame oil, zesty rice vinegar, and the natural sweetness of maple syrup, creating a harmonious blend that's allergy-friendly and utterly delicious. Freshly grated ginger and minced garlic add a bold, aromatic touch, while a hint of salt and pepper rounds out the flavor profile. Whisked together in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing pairs beautifully with crunchy slaws, grain bowls, or roasted vegetables. Easy to prepare and store, it's a must-have for transforming everyday dishes into Asian-inspired delights!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Tahini
- 2 tablespoons Toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, freshly grated
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the rice vinegar, tahini, and toasted sesame oil.
Add the maple syrup, freshly grated ginger, and minced garlic to the bowl.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper.
Whisk all the ingredients together until smooth. If the dressing is too thick, add water, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. You may add more salt or maple syrup according to your preference.
Transfer the dressing to a glass jar or bottle with a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Give the dressing a good shake before serving. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
503 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.3 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2396 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.7 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.3 g | ||
| Protein | 6.8 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2327 mg | 179% | |
| Iron | 10714.7 mg | 59526% | |
| Potassium | 149 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.
