Soy-Free Asian Dressing

Elevate your salads and marinades with this vibrant and zingy Soy-Free Asian Dressing! Perfectly balancing tangy rice vinegar, creamy tahini, and the nutty depth of toasted sesame oil, this recipe skips soy sauce in favor of fish sauce for a rich umami kick. Fresh lime juice, grated ginger, and a hint of honey add brightness and subtle sweetness, while garlic and black pepper round out the bold, savory flavors. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing is not only gluten-free but also a deliciously wholesome addition to your meals. Use it to liven up crisp greens, drizzle over roasted vegetables, or as a flavorful dipping sauce for your favorite appetizers.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons tahini
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
• 2 teaspoons honey
• 2 teaspoons fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon water

Directions

Step 1

Peel and grate the fresh ginger using a fine grater until you have one teaspoon.

Step 2

Mince the garlic clove finely.

Step 3

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the rice vinegar, tahini, and toasted sesame oil.

Step 4

Add the honey, fish sauce, and lime juice to the mixture. Whisk until everything is well combined.

Step 5

Stir in the grated ginger and minced garlic, ensuring they are evenly distributed.

Step 6

Season the mixture with salt and black pepper, then whisk again to incorporate the seasonings.

Step 7

Slowly whisk in the water until the dressing achieves your desired consistency.

Step 8

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more lime juice for acidity or honey for sweetness.

Step 9

Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for up to a week.

Step 10

Shake well before each use and enjoy over salads, as a marinade, or as a dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(188.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	392.4

Total Fat 32.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3726.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 21.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.6g	0%
Total Sugars 13.2g
Protein 8.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2344.5mg	0%
Iron 10715.0mg	0%
Potassium 277.0mg	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: 71.1%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 20.6%