Japanese Salad Dressing

Bring a burst of flavor to your salads with this tangy, sweet, and savory Japanese Salad Dressing. This vibrant, homemade recipe combines the refreshing zest of fresh carrot and ginger with the umami depth of soy sauce and rice vinegar. A drizzle of sesame oil and a touch of honey create a perfectly balanced dressing that’s smooth, creamy, and irresistibly delicious. Ready in just 10 minutes, this blender-made dressing is not only quick but also packed with wholesome ingredients. Ideal for drizzling over crisp greens, tossing with a crunchy Asian slaw, or even using as a marinade, this versatile dressing will elevate your meals with its authentic taste and vibrant orange hue. Perfect for meal prep, this dressing can be refrigerated for days, making it a go-to condiment in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 medium carrot
• 2 tablespoons ginger
• 0.25 medium onion
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 0.25 cup canola oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoons water
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel and roughly chop the carrot and ginger.

Step 2

Peel and finely dice the onion.

Step 3

Add the chopped carrot, ginger, and onion to a blender or food processor.

Step 4

Pour in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, canola oil, honey, and water.

Step 5

Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and well-emulsified.

Step 6

Season with salt and black pepper, blending briefly to combine.

Step 7

Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning or consistency if necessary. Add a bit more water if you prefer a thinner dressing.

Step 8

Transfer the dressing to a jar or sealed container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Step 9

Shake or stir well before serving over your favorite salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	294.9 grams (294.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	759

Total Fat 70.40g	90%
Saturated Fat 5.70g	29%
Polyunsaturated Fat 20.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1782mg	77%
Total Carbohydrate 30.40g	11%
Dietary Fiber 3.00g	11%
Total Sugars 21.40g
Protein 4.30g	9%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 43mg	3%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 386mg	8%

*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: 82.0%

Protein: 2.2%

Carbs: 15.7%