Japanese Ginger Salad Dressing

Elevate your salads with the bold and refreshing flavors of Japanese Ginger Salad Dressing, a vibrant blend of wholesome ingredients with a zesty Asian twist. This quick and easy 10-minute recipe combines the natural sweetness of carrots and honey with the sharp kick of fresh grated ginger and rice vinegar, perfectly balanced by the savory umami of soy sauce and sesame oil. Blended until silky smooth, this homemade dressing offers a restaurant-quality experience that pairs beautifully with crisp greens, shredded cabbage, or even as a dipping sauce for spring rolls. Whether you're crafting a light lunch or a show-stopping side, this versatile recipe is the perfect way to bring a burst of flavor to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 medium-sized Carrot
• 2 tablespoons (grated) Ginger
• 0.5 medium-sized Yellow onion
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel and roughly chop the carrot into small pieces.

Step 2

Grate the fresh ginger to measure out two tablespoons. Set aside.

Step 3

Roughly chop half of a medium-sized yellow onion.

Step 4

In a blender or food processor, combine the carrot, grated ginger, chopped onion, soy sauce, rice vinegar, vegetable oil, sesame oil, honey, water, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Blend the ingredients on high until the mixture is smooth and emulsified. This should take about 1-2 minutes.

Step 6

Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning to your liking. Add a pinch more salt, honey, or vinegar if needed.

Step 7

Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container, and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Step 8

Shake well before serving, and drizzle over your favorite salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	342.8 grams (342.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	832

Total Fat 80.70g	103%
Saturated Fat 11.50g	57%
Polyunsaturated Fat 45.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2373mg	103%
Total Carbohydrate 31.80g	12%
Dietary Fiber 3.40g	12%
Total Sugars 22.00g
Protein 4.40g	9%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 47mg	4%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 405mg	9%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 83.4%

Protein: 2.0%

Carbs: 14.6%