Ubiquitous Japanese Salad Dressing
Transform your salads with the irresistible flavor of Ubiquitous Japanese Salad Dressing—a vibrant, homemade classic inspired by the fresh and zesty dressings found in Japanese restaurants. This quick, no-cook recipe combines crisp carrots, zesty ginger, and a touch of soy sauce and sesame oil for a perfectly balanced medley of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors. Blended to a silky smooth consistency, this dressing comes together in just 10 minutes and pairs beautifully with leafy greens, shredded cabbage, or even as a dipping sauce for grilled vegetables. Whether you're recreating your favorite hibachi experience or looking to upgrade your meal prep, this versatile Japanese-style dressing is a must-try for its bold flavors and effortless preparation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium Carrot
- 1 tablespoon (grated) Ginger
- 1 small Shallot
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 cup Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Peel and roughly chop the carrot into smaller pieces for easy blending.
Grate the ginger and finely chop the shallot.
In a blender or food processor, combine the chopped carrot, grated ginger, and shallot, and blend until finely processed.
Add the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, vegetable oil, sugar, water, and black pepper into the blender. Blend until the mixture becomes a smooth, creamy consistency.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if necessary. You can add a pinch more sugar for sweetness or an extra splash of soy sauce for saltiness.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together.
Shake or stir well before serving. Drizzle generously over your salad of choice and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2025 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 223.4 g | 286% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.9 g | 160% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 140.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1779 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 56 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 530 mg | 11% | |
*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.
