Sesame Soy Salad Dressing

Elevate your salads with the bold, umami-packed flavors of this Sesame Soy Salad Dressing—a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tangy notes with a hint of nuttiness. Made with a harmonious blend of soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and honey, this quick and easy dressing is brought to life with fresh garlic, zesty ginger, and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for added texture. Ready in just 10 minutes, it pairs beautifully with leafy greens, grain bowls, or even as a marinade for your favorite proteins. Customize the heat with a touch of red pepper flakes, and enjoy a versatile dressing that’s sure to become a kitchen staple. This homemade Asian-inspired salad dressing is gluten-free-friendly and can be stored for up to a week, making it an essential addition to meal prep. Perfect for those seeking flavorful and healthy dressing options!

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame seeds
• 1 tablespoon Water
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and finely mince the garlic clove.

Step 2

Peel and grate the ginger until you have 1 teaspoon of grated ginger.

Step 3

In a small mixing bowl or jar, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, olive oil, and honey.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger into the mixture.

Step 5

Stir in the toasted sesame seeds and water to slightly thin out the dressing.

Step 6

If you like some heat, add red pepper flakes and mix well.

Step 7

Whisk or shake the jar vigorously until the dressing is well combined and emulsified.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed (e.g., more soy sauce for saltiness or honey for sweetness).

Step 9

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Shake well before each use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	163 grams (163.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	487

Total Fat 43.40g	56%
Saturated Fat 6.50g	33%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.60g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1731mg	75%
Total Carbohydrate 21.90g	8%
Dietary Fiber 0.80g	3%
Total Sugars 17.50g
Protein 5.10g	10%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 45mg	3%
Iron 1mg	7%
Potassium 213mg	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: 78.3%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 17.6%