Sesame Ginger Vinaigrette Dressing

Elevate your salads and marinades with this irresistible Sesame Ginger Vinaigrette Dressing—a perfect balance of savory, tangy, and sweet flavors! Crafted with pantry staples like soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and a touch of honey, this Asian-inspired dressing bursts with the bold aromas of freshly grated ginger and minced garlic. Toasted sesame seeds add a delightful crunch, while optional red pepper flakes bring a hint of heat for those who love a spicy kick. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile vinaigrette is not only quick and easy to make but also pairs beautifully with leafy greens, roasted vegetables, or grilled meats. Whip up a batch today and transform everyday dishes into gourmet creations!

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger
• 1 Garlic clove
• 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel and finely grate the fresh ginger using a microplane or small grater. Set aside.

Step 2

Peel and mince the garlic clove finely or use a garlic press.

Step 3

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and olive oil.

Step 4

Add the honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic to the bowl. Whisk to combine until the honey is fully dissolved.

Step 5

Mix in the toasted sesame seeds, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Taste the dressing and adjust seasonings if needed (e.g., add more honey for sweetness or vinegar for tang).

Step 7

Transfer the vinaigrette to a jar or airtight container. Shake well before serving.

Step 8

Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Serve over your favorite salads, use as a marinade, or drizzle over roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(168.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	615.7

Total Fat 57.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2321.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 23.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g	0%
Total Sugars 17.6g
Protein 5.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 46.8mg	0%
Iron 1.6mg	0%
Potassium 237.2mg	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: 82.0%

Protein: 3.3%

Carbs: 14.7%