Japanese Peanut Salad Dressing

Elevate your salads with the savory, nutty goodness of Japanese Peanut Salad Dressing! This quick and easy recipe takes just 5 minutes to prepare and combines creamy peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil for a perfectly balanced blend of sweet, tangy, and umami flavors. Infused with the zing of freshly grated ginger, minced garlic, and a hint of lime juice, this dressing is irresistibly smooth and versatile. Thin it out with warm water to your desired consistency, and top with crushed peanuts or toasted sesame seeds for added crunch and flair. Perfect for drizzling over crisp greens, slaws, or even noodles, this dressing is a delicious way to transform any dish into a vibrant, flavor-packed masterpiece. Plus, it’s easily customizable to suit your taste preferences and can be stored for up to 5 days!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 tablespoons warm water
• 1 tablespoon optional crushed peanuts or toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, and lime juice.

Step 2

Whisk the ingredients together until a smooth and creamy consistency forms.

Step 3

Gradually add the warm water, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to whisk. Adjust the consistency of the dressing based on your preference (add more water for a thinner dressing).

Step 4

Taste the dressing and adjust the flavors to your liking. Add more soy sauce for saltiness, honey for sweetness, or lime juice for extra tanginess.

Step 5

Once finished, transfer the dressing to a serving container or jar. Garnish with crushed peanuts or toasted sesame seeds if desired.

Step 6

Serve immediately over your favorite salad, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Stir before serving if stored.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	233.8 grams (233.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	640

Total Fat 49.70g	64%
Saturated Fat 8.50g	43%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1436mg	62%
Total Carbohydrate 38.20g	14%
Dietary Fiber 5.10g	18%
Total Sugars 24.30g
Protein 21.20g	42%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 67mg	5%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 622mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.3%

Protein: 12.4%

Carbs: 22.3%