Carrot Ginger Sesame Vinaigrette

A silky, bright dressing that's easy to make and brings a fresh punch of carrot and ginger flavor balanced by sesame oil and rice vinegar. Perfect for salads, roasted veggies, and bowls.

Why You'll Love Carrot Ginger Sesame Vinaigrette

This vinaigrette is a total flavor bomb with simple ingredients. The texture is creamy and smooth without any mayo, and it elevates everything from a green salad to grilled eggplant. Plus, it's ready in minutes.

Tips and Tricks

• Use fresh ginger for the brightest flavor. Adjust water quantity for a thinner or thicker dressing.
• This vinaigrette keeps well refrigerated for up to 5 days-shake before use.

Variations

• Swap white miso for red miso for a deeper, earthier flavor.
• Add a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup for a hint of sweetness.

Substitutions

• Mixed green salads
• Grain bowls with quinoa or farro
• Roasted or grilled vegetables

Best served with

• Mixed green salads
• Grain bowls with quinoa or farro
• Roasted or grilled vegetables

How to Store Leftovers

• Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Stir or shake well before serving.

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Carrot Ginger Sesame Vinaigrette

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A silky, bright dressing that's easy to make and brings a fresh punch of carrot and ginger flavor balanced by sesame oil and rice vinegar. Perfect for salads, roasted veggies, and bowls.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Course: Dressing/Condiment

Cuisine: Asian Inspired, Asian-Fusion

Calories: 609

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients

  

• 2 Carrots chopped
• 1 teaspoon Ginger chopped
• ¼ cup Rice wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon White miso
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• ¼ cup Olive oil
• ¼ cup Water
• Juice of ½ Lime
• ½ teaspoon Kosher salt

Equipment

• Blender or food processor

Method

 

1. Add the chopped carrots, ginger, and rice wine vinegar to a blender. Process until completely smooth.
2. Add the white miso, sesame oil, olive oil, and water. Blend again until fully combined and silky.
3. Season with kosher salt and lime juice to taste, blending briefly to incorporate.

Nutrition

Calories: 609kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 3gFat: 59gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 41gSodium: 1887mgPotassium: 436mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 20396IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 57mgIron: 1mg

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