Thai Dressing for Salad

Elevate your salads with the bold and zesty flavors of this homemade Thai Dressing for Salad. Combining tangy fresh lime juice, umami-packed fish sauce, and a touch of sweetness from brown sugar, this dressing strikes the perfect balance of vibrant flavors. Infused with aromatic garlic, grated ginger, and a hint of heat from red chili flakes, it’s further enriched by the nutty depth of sesame oil and a fresh herbal kick from cilantro. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing is ideal for drizzling over crisp greens, rice noodle salads, or grilled vegetables. Quick to prepare and packed with authentic Thai-inspired flavors, this homemade salad dressing is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

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Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons Fish sauce
1 tablespoon Soy sauce
1 tablespoon Brown sugar
2 cloves Garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes
1 tablespoon Sesame oil
2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
2 tablespoons Cilantro, finely chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the fresh lime juice, fish sauce, and soy sauce.

Step 2

Add the brown sugar and stir until fully dissolved.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes.

Step 4

Gradually whisk in the sesame oil and vegetable oil until the mixture is emulsified.

Step 5

Fold in the finely chopped cilantro for an herbal touch.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more lime juice for acidity or fish sauce for saltiness as desired.

Step 7

Serve immediately drizzled over your favorite salad, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Shake well before using.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	160.2 grams (160.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	428

Total Fat 40.40g	52%
Saturated Fat 5.70g	29%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3095mg	135%
Total Carbohydrate 17.50g	6%
Dietary Fiber 0.90g	3%
Total Sugars 10.90g
Protein 3.90g	8%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 55mg	4%
Iron 1mg	7%
Potassium 279mg	6%

*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: 80.9%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 15.6%