Tofu Carrot Ginger Dressing with Miso
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and velvety Tofu Carrot Ginger Dressing with Miso, a wholesome blend of silken tofu, sweet carrot, and zingy fresh ginger. This creamy, dairy-free dressing packs a punch of umami flavor with the inclusion of white miso paste, balanced perfectly by a touch of maple syrup for sweetness, sesame oil for nuttiness, and rice vinegar for a pleasing tang. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile recipe is perfect not only as a salad dressing but also as a drizzle for grain bowls or a dip for fresh veggies. With its smooth texture and bold flavors, this healthy dressing is sure to become a refrigerator staple!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Silken tofu
- 1 medium Carrot, peeled and chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, peeled and minced
- 2 tablespoons White miso paste
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons Maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons Water
Instructions
1. Peel and chop the carrot into small pieces for easier blending.
2. Add the silken tofu, chopped carrot, minced ginger, and white miso paste to a blender or food processor.
3. Pour in the rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, maple syrup, and water.
4. Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as necessary to ensure everything is well incorporated.
5. Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if needed—add a bit more soy sauce for saltiness, maple syrup for sweetness, or rice vinegar for tanginess.
6. Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld together.
7. Serve as a dressing for salads, drizzled over grain or noodle bowls, or as a dipping sauce for fresh veggies.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
363 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.3 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1692 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.0 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.8 g | ||
| Protein | 16.8 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 739 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 602 mg | 13% | |
*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.
