Japanese Ginger Salad Dressing Recipe
A vibrant and healthy Japanese Ginger Salad Dressing that’s easy to prepare using fresh vegetables and flavorful ingredients. This dressing blends the natural sweetness of carrots and coconut sugar with the zing of ginger and savory umami from coconut aminos, making it perfect for salads or as a versatile dip.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 1 ½ cups dressing
- Category: Salad Dressing
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 ½ cup carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- ¼ yellow onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp ginger, peeled and chopped
Liquids and Seasonings
- ½ cup + 2 tbsp avocado oil
- ¼ cup coconut aminos
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar for AIP)
- 2 tsp coconut sugar (omit for Whole30)
- ¾ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper (omit for AIP)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Peel and chop the carrots, celery, yellow onion, and ginger to ensure they blend smoothly.
- Add to blender: Place all the chopped vegetables along with avocado oil, coconut aminos, rice vinegar, coconut sugar, sea salt, and black pepper into a high-speed blender.
- Blend thoroughly: Blend the ingredients until the mixture is fully combined and thick, achieving a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste the dressing and add more salt, pepper, or other seasonings if needed to suit your preference.
- Store: Transfer the dressing into a sealed container and refrigerate until ready to use. Serve chilled over your favorite salad greens like romaine or iceberg lettuce.
Notes
- For AIP (Autoimmune Protocol), substitute rice vinegar with apple cider vinegar and omit black pepper.
- Omit coconut sugar if following Whole30 guidelines.
- Use fresh ginger for best flavor and aroma.
- Store the dressing in the refrigerator and use within one week for optimal freshness.
Find it online: https://flavorspath.com/japanese-ginger-salad-dressing-recipe/
