Japanese Style Dressings 2 Choices

Elevate your salads, grain bowls, and seafood dishes with these two tantalizing Japanese-style dressings: a nutty, aromatic Sesame Dressing and a tangy, refreshing Soy-Citrus Vinaigrette. Bursting with bold umami flavors, these versatile recipes are as quick as they are flavorful, requiring just 10 minutes of prep time. The Sesame Dressing combines the richness of sesame oil and toasted sesame seeds with a hint of honey and ginger, while the Soy-Citrus Vinaigrette harmonizes zesty orange juice, lemon, and mirin for a bright, citrusy twist. Both dressings are easily customizable and can be prepared ahead for added convenience. Perfect for drizzling over crisp greens or marinating proteins, these homemade Japanese-inspired dressings are a delightful upgrade to any meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 2 teaspoons Toasted sesame seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 1 clove Garlic, finely minced or grated
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1.5 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine)
• 2 tablespoons Orange juice, freshly squeezed
• 0.5 teaspoon Zest of an orange

Directions

Step 1

To prepare the Sesame Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of sesame oil, 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of honey, 2 teaspoons of toasted sesame seeds, 0.5 teaspoon of ground ginger, and 1 finely minced garlic clove until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 2

Optional: For a creamier texture, add 1 tablespoon of Japanese mayonnaise or plain yogurt and whisk well.

Step 3

To prepare the Soy-Citrus Vinaigrette: In a separate small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, 1.5 tablespoons of soy sauce, 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of mirin, 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed orange juice, and 0.5 teaspoon of orange zest. Mix until evenly emulsified.

Step 4

Taste both dressings and adjust sweetness (with honey) or acidity (with additional vinegar or citrus juice) to your preference.

Step 5

Serve either dressing immediately or store in the refrigerator in airtight containers for up to 5 days. Shake or whisk well before serving as ingredients may separate.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(260.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	809.5

Total Fat 72.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 15.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2021.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 35.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.3g	0%
Total Sugars 27.4g
Protein 6.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 75.0mg	0%
Iron 2.0mg	0%
Potassium 338.2mg	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: 79.6%

Protein: 3.2%

Carbs: 17.2%