High Protein Ginger Salad Dressing

Elevate your salads with this irresistible High Protein Ginger Salad Dressing, a creamy and zesty blend that’s as nutritious as it is flavorful. Silken tofu is the secret ingredient, delivering a plant-based protein boost while creating a velvety texture that clings perfectly to greens, grains, or cold noodles. Freshly grated ginger and minced garlic lend bold, aromatic notes, balanced by the tangy combination of soy sauce and rice vinegar, with a touch of honey for natural sweetness. A drizzle of sesame and olive oils brings a hint of richness, making this dressing both satisfying and refreshing. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s the perfect healthy option for meal prep or quick weeknight dinners. Make your salads shine with this versatile, high-protein ginger dressing—simple, wholesome, and packed with flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger root, peeled and grated
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 100 grams Tofu (silken or soft)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 unit Garlic clove, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by peeling a small piece of ginger root and grating it until you have 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger. Set this aside.

Step 2

In a blender or food processor, combine 100 grams of silken or soft tofu, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, and 3 tablespoons of rice vinegar.

Step 3

Add 1 tablespoon of freshly grated ginger and a minced garlic clove into the blender.

Step 4

Pour in 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil for a hint of richness.

Step 5

Add 1 tablespoon of honey for a subtle sweetness, adjusting to taste if you prefer a sweeter dressing.

Step 6

Season with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper to taste.

Step 7

Blend all ingredients until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure even blending.

Step 8

Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning with additional soy sauce, vinegar, or honey to suit your preference.

Step 9

Transfer the dressing to a jar or bottle and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Step 10

Shake well before serving over your favorite salad greens or cold noodles. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(253.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	525.6

Total Fat 44.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2344.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 24.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.9g	0%
Total Sugars 18.2g
Protein 8.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 124.9mg	0%
Iron 2.2mg	0%
Potassium 276.2mg	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: 75.4%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 18.1%