Miso Dressing

Elevate your salads, grain bowls, and roasted vegetables with this luscious and versatile Miso Dressing. Bursting with umami flavor, this easy 10-minute recipe combines the savory depth of white miso paste with the tangy brightness of rice vinegar and lime juice, a hint of sweetness from honey, and the warm spice of fresh ginger and garlic. Sesame oil and soy sauce add a nutty richness, while a splash of water ensures it’s perfectly smooth and pourable. This homemade miso dressing is not only quick to whip up but also customizable—adjust the sweetness, tanginess, or consistency to match your taste. Perfect for drizzling over greens, dipping veggies, or even marinating proteins, this dressing is a simple yet flavor-packed addition to your kitchen repertoire, ready to transform any dish in seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons White Miso Paste
• 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
• 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 tablespoon Lime Juice
• 1 teaspoon Grated Fresh Ginger
• 1 teaspoon Minced Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized bowl, combine white miso paste, rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, honey, and lime juice.

Step 2

Add the grated fresh ginger and minced garlic to the mixture.

Step 3

Whisk the ingredients together until the miso paste is fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add water to the mixture, whisking continuously until you achieve the desired consistency. Adjust the amount of water depending on how thick you prefer the dressing.

Step 5

Season the dressing with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 6

Taste and adjust any seasoning as necessary, adding more honey if you like it sweeter, or more lime juice for additional tang.

Step 7

Transfer the dressing to a jar with a tight-fitting lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together, though it can be used immediately if needed.

Step 8

Shake the jar before each use. The dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	178.7 grams (178.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	268

Total Fat 15.80g	20%
Saturated Fat 2.30g	12%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2281mg	99%
Total Carbohydrate 29.60g	11%
Dietary Fiber 1.90g	7%
Total Sugars 19.60g
Protein 5.40g	11%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 25mg	2%
Iron 1mg	7%
Potassium 220mg	5%

*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: 50.4%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 42.0%