Sugar-Free Sesame Vinaigrette

Elevate any salad, grain bowl, or roasted veggie platter with this vibrant and flavorful Sugar-Free Sesame Vinaigrette. This quick and easy recipe combines nutty sesame oil and olive oil with tangy rice vinegar, fresh lemon juice, and savory soy sauce for a perfectly balanced dressing that’s deliciously creamy without any added sugar. Infused with the bold aromatics of garlic and fresh ginger, and finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds, this vinaigrette delivers a punch of umami in just 10 minutes. It’s a healthy, low-carb, and versatile dressing you’ll turn to again and again—store it in the fridge for up to a week to keep the flavor magic coming! Perfect for those seeking sugar-free dressing options that don’t compromise on taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon sea salt

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl or jar, combine the sesame oil, olive oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and fresh lemon juice.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and grated fresh ginger to the mixture. Stir or shake until the ingredients are well-combined.

Step 3

Add the sesame seeds, black pepper, and sea salt into the mixture. Stir or shake again to ensure everything is evenly distributed.

Step 4

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. If you prefer a more tangy vinaigrette, add a bit more lemon juice. For a more savory flavor, adjust the soy sauce and sesame oil.

Step 5

Transfer the vinaigrette to a serving container or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Step 6

Shake or stir well before each use as ingredients may settle.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(146.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	570.9

Total Fat 61.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1218.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 4.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g	0%
Total Sugars 0.5g
Protein 3.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 13.9mg	0%
Iron 1.1mg	0%
Potassium 121.3mg	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: 94.7%

Protein: 2.2%

Carbs: 3.1%