Miso Salad Dressing Recipe
Easy Miso Dressing is a quick homemade dressing made with white miso paste, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, fresh ginger and garlic for the perfect balance of sweet, savory, tangy flavor. This versatile Miso Salad Dressing is delicious on salads, cabbage slaw, grain bowls, chicken and roasted vegetables.
Servings: 8
Cost: $5
Equipment
- whisk
- measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons white miso paste
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 3 tablespoons neutral oil or olive oil
- 1 tablespoon water plus more as needed
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 small garlic clove grated or minced
Instructions
- Add the white miso, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, water, ginger, and garlic to a small bowl or jar.
- Whisk well until smooth.
- Slowly whisk in the oil until creamy and fully combined.
- Add a little more water, 1 teaspoon at a time, until it reaches your preferred consistency.
Notes
- White miso is best for a mild, balanced flavor. If using yellow or red miso, start with less and adjust to taste.
- For a vegan version, swap the honey for maple syrup.
- Add water a little at a time to reach your preferred consistency.
- Store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake or whisk before serving.
- For extra brightness, add a squeeze of lime. For more tang, whisk in a little Dijon. For heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
Calories: 70kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 285mg | Potassium: 18mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 4IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.2mg