Toasted Sesame Dressing
Elevate your salads, grilled vegetables, or marinades with this rich and flavorful Toasted Sesame Dressing! Bursting with nutty undertones, thanks to golden toasted sesame seeds and fragrant sesame oil, this quick and easy recipe perfectly balances savory, tangy, and sweet flavors. A harmonious mix of soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and a touch of fresh garlic and ginger creates a versatile dressing that’s ready in just 10 minutes. Ideal for meal preppers, this homemade dressing is not only fresher but also free of preservatives, lasting up to a week in your refrigerator. Whether drizzled over greens or used as a dipping sauce, this dressing is a delicious way to add umami-packed flair to your dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Start by toasting the sesame seeds. Place a small skillet over medium heat and add the 2 tablespoons of sesame seeds.
Stir frequently to ensure even toasting and prevent burning, until they become golden brown and fragrant, about 2 minutes.
Remove the skillet from heat and allow the seeds to cool completely.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the toasted sesame seeds, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, olive oil, honey, and water.
Mince the garlic clove finely and grate 1 teaspoon of fresh ginger. Add both to the dressing mixture.
Whisk all ingredients together until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
Season with 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper, or to taste, and whisk again.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning or consistency if desired by adding more soy sauce for saltiness, honey for sweetness, or a bit more water for a thinner consistency.
Transfer the dressing to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator. It can be kept for up to a week.
Shake the container well before using as the ingredients may separate over time.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
817 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.1 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.0 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 19.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1163 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.6 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 31 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 212 mg | 5% | |
*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.
