Asian Vinaigrette Salad Dressing Recipe

Whip up this light and tangy Asian Vinaigrette in just 10 minutes! A simple recipe easily customized to your taste, it's perfect for adding a vibrant zing to your favorite salads. Swap honey for sugar, add a kick of wasabi, or experiment with different oils – the possibilities are endless! This versatile dressing is equally delicious with sesame oil or a lighter olive oil.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 224.9 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 4.0 (31 Reviews)
Asian Vinaigrette Salad Dressing

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Asian Vinaigrette Salad Dressing

  • Rice Wine Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (or honey/orange juice to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • Ginger
  • Garlic
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons peanut oil (or other bland vegetable oil, extra virgin olive oil, or light olive oil)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • Scallion

How to Make Asian Vinaigrette Salad Dressing

  1. In a small bowl or food processor, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, and optional wasabi powder until the sugar dissolves.
  2. If using a bowl, slowly drizzle in the peanut oil while whisking constantly until the dressing emulsifies (thickens and becomes creamy).
  3. If using a food processor, with the motor running, slowly drizzle in the peanut oil until emulsified.
  4. Stir in the toasted sesame seeds and sliced scallions.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

19g

Carbs

1g

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