Low Sodium Ginger Dressing

Elevate your salads and bowls with this zesty and flavorful Low Sodium Ginger Dressing, a lighter twist on the classic Japanese restaurant favorite. Bursting with bold, aromatic ingredients like freshly grated ginger, minced garlic, and rich sesame oil, this dressing delivers big flavor without the excess salt. Balanced with a touch of honey and tangy rice vinegar, it’s the perfect blend of savory and sweet to enhance any dish. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this heart-healthy dressing is ideal for those seeking a low sodium option that doesn’t compromise on taste. Shake it up and drizzle it over fresh greens, roasted veggies, or grilled proteins for a nutritious and irresistibly vibrant finish.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

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Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

2 tablespoons Fresh ginger root
3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
2 tablespoons Low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon Honey
2 tablespoons Sesame oil
1 tablespoon Canola oil
1 large Garlic clove, minced
0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel and finely grate the fresh ginger root to yield 2 tablespoons.

Step 2

In a small mixing bowl, combine the grated ginger, rice vinegar, and low sodium soy sauce.

Step 3

Add the honey to the mixture, stirring until well incorporated.

Step 4

Pour in the sesame oil and canola oil, mixing thoroughly to emulsify the dressing.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and sprinkle in the black pepper.

Step 6

Taste the dressing and adjust the flavors if needed, adding more honey for sweetness, vinegar for tanginess, or a dash more pepper for spice.

Step 7

Transfer the dressing to a jar or bottle with a tight-sealing lid.

Step 8

Shake the dressing well before serving.

Step 9

Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(157.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	473.5

Total Fat 42.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 15.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1156.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 23.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.8g	0%
Total Sugars 17.6g
Protein 3.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 23.4mg	0%
Iron 0.9mg	0%
Potassium 200.7mg	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: 77.9%

Protein: 3.0%

Carbs: 19.1%