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Japanese Sesame Salad Dressing

Creamy Japanese Sesame Salad Dressing That Brightens Any Salad

This creamy Japanese sesame salad dressing captures a nutty sweetness with tang, elevating any salad in just 5 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce use tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar substitute with white vinegar if necessary
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil toasted sesame oil recommended
  • 1 tablespoon honey use maple syrup for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger fresh ginger can be used
Optional Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds toasted for added flavor

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a small mixing bowl, add the mayonnaise, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and ground ginger. Whisk until smooth and creamy, about 30 seconds.
  2. Taste and adjust seasoning; add more honey for sweetness or rice vinegar for tanginess.
  3. Chop iceberg lettuce into bite-sized pieces, optionally adding thinly shredded carrots or other vegetables.
  4. Combine the chopped lettuce and vegetables in a large bowl, drizzle with dressing, and toss gently.
  5. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the salad and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 2g

Notes

Store leftover dressing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. Shake well before using.

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