Name: Miso Ginger Dressing Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons white miso paste; 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger; 2 garlic cloves, grated or minced; 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil; 1 teaspoon fish sauce; ¼ cup rice vinegar; ½ cup olive oil, or avocado oil; 3 tablespoons mayonnaise

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Introduction

This Miso Ginger Dressing is a vibrant and flavorful blend that brings a perfect balance of savory miso, spicy ginger, and tangy rice vinegar. It’s incredibly versatile, ideal for drizzling over salads, fish, noodles, or roasted vegetables to add a delicious Asian-inspired twist.

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons white miso paste
2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
2 garlic cloves, grated or minced
2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon fish sauce
¼ cup rice vinegar
½ cup olive oil or avocado oil
3 tablespoons mayonnaise

Instructions

Step 1: Place all the ingredients in a small dish.
Step 2: Whisk together until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
Step 3: Transfer the dressing to a pitcher or jar for easy serving.
Step 4: Use the dressing as a salad dressing, a sauce for fish or noodles, or drizzle it over vegetables.

Tips & Variations

For a smoother texture, blend all ingredients in a mini food processor or use a hand-held immersion blender.
Substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter, tangier version.
Adjust the amount of ginger and garlic to suit your taste preferences.

Storage

Store the dressing in a lidded container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Before using, give it a good stir or shake as the ingredients may separate. The dressing can be served cold or at room temperature.

How to Serve

A fresh salad is shown on a white plate with a thin black rim, placed on a white marbled surface. The salad has multiple layers starting with green leafy lettuce and spinach forming the base, showing a mix of light and dark green colors with crinkled and smooth textures. On top, there are bright red tomato slices and thin purple rings of onion scattered around. Creamy beige dressing is being poured from a container onto the center of the salad, adding a smooth, flowing texture over the greens. A silver fork rests in the background near the salad. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this dressing ahead of time?

Yes, this dressing keeps well in the refrigerator for up to one week, making it perfect to prepare in advance.

Is there a vegan alternative for the fish sauce and mayonnaise?

You can substitute fish sauce with soy sauce or tamari, and use vegan mayonnaise to keep this dressing plant-based.