Heart-Healthy Sesame Vinaigrette

Elevate your salads and marinades with this Heart-Healthy Sesame Vinaigrette—a flavorful, nutrient-packed dressing that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Made with a harmonious blend of extra virgin olive oil, toasted sesame oil, and rice vinegar, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of nutty richness and tangy brightness. Enhanced with fresh ginger, garlic, and a subtle hint of honey, it’s a guilt-free option that’s low in sodium thanks to the use of low-sodium soy sauce. Ready in just 10 minutes, this vinaigrette is a breeze to prepare and ideal for leafy greens, grain bowls, or even as a marinade for proteins. Plus, it’s loaded with heart-healthy fats and can be refrigerated for up to two weeks, making it an excellent addition to your meal prep routine. Perfect for those seeking a homemade, wholesome dressing that doesn’t compromise on flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Toasted sesame oil
• 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
• 1 teaspoon Minced fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon Minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil and toasted sesame oil until well combined.

Step 2

Add the rice vinegar, low-sodium soy sauce, and honey to the oil mixture, whisking thoroughly to ensure the honey dissolves completely.

Step 3

Stir in the sesame seeds, minced fresh ginger, and minced garlic, mixing until evenly distributed.

Step 4

Add the lemon juice and ground black pepper, and whisk again to combine all ingredients into a uniform mixture.

Step 5

Taste the vinaigrette and adjust seasoning or tanginess by adding a touch more lemon juice or pepper if desired.

Step 6

Pour the vinaigrette into a jar with a tight-fitting lid and shake well before serving or storing.

Step 7

Refrigerate the vinaigrette for up to two weeks. Shake well before each use. It's perfect for dressing leafy greens, grain salads, or as a marinade.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(212.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	859.6

Total Fat 89.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 561.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 23.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g	0%
Total Sugars 18.0g
Protein 3.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 10.7mg	0%
Iron 1.4mg	0%
Potassium 91.1mg	0%

*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: 88.2%

Protein: 1.7%

Carbs: 10.1%