Makoto Style Japanese Salad Dressing

Elevate your salads with the vibrant and flavor-packed Makoto Style Japanese Salad Dressing, a fusion of fresh, wholesome ingredients and bold Asian-inspired flavors. This creamy, ginger-carrot dressing combines the natural sweetness of carrots, the zesty warmth of fresh ginger, and the umami richness of soy sauce and sesame oil, perfectly balanced with a hint of honey and lemon juice. Effortlessly blended in just 10 minutes, this dressing is a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire—ideal for drizzling over crisp greens, pairing with shredded cabbage, or even as a dipping sauce for grilled vegetables. A must-have for fans of Japanese cuisine, this homemade dressing is fresh, customizable, and guaranteed to invigorate your next meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 small (peeled and chopped) Carrot
• 1 tablespoon (grated) Fresh ginger
• 1 clove (minced) Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Canola oil
• 2 teaspoons Honey
• 1 teaspoon (freshly squeezed) Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons (adjust as needed) Water

Directions

Step 1

Peel and roughly chop the small carrot into smaller pieces for easier blending.

Step 2

Grate the fresh ginger and mince the garlic clove to prepare them for blending.

Step 3

In a blender or food processor, combine the chopped carrot, grated ginger, and minced garlic.

Step 4

Add the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, canola oil, honey, lemon juice, and water to the blender.

Step 5

Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy. If the dressing is too thick, add a bit more water, 1 teaspoon at a time, and blend until it reaches your desired consistency.

Step 6

Taste the dressing and adjust as needed: add an extra pinch of grated ginger or a drop of honey if you prefer more sweetness or spice.

Step 7

Transfer the dressing to a jar or bottle with a lid. Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to let the flavors meld together before serving.

Step 8

Shake well before using. Drizzle over fresh greens, shredded cabbage, or use as a dipping sauce for grilled vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(226.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	462.3

Total Fat 42.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 15.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1183.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 19.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g	0%
Total Sugars 13.6g
Protein 3.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 33.8mg	0%
Iron 0.8mg	0%
Potassium 280.4mg	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: 80.3%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 16.6%