Elevate your salads with this vibrant Sesame-Miso Salad Dressing, a perfect blend of umami and sweetness. This dressing combines the rich flavors of miso and sesame oil with fresh orange juice for a refreshing twist. It’s not only delicious but also easy to whip up, making it a fantastic addition to any meal. Whether drizzled over greens or used as a dipping sauce, this dressing is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Sesame-Miso Salad Dressing
Cuisine: Asian8
servings10
minutes80
kcalMiso is both tasty and good for you: The fermented soybean paste contains zinc, manganese, copper, and vitamin B12. Try this dressing on a salad of thinly sliced carrots, cucumbers, baby spinach, and sliced oranges.
Ingredients
3 tablespoons white miso
3 tablespoons white or brown rice vinegar
1 tablespoon light-brown sugar
2 teaspoons spicy toasted sesame oil
1/3 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup plain (not toasted) sesame oil or vegetable oil
1 scallion, minced
Directions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the white miso, rice vinegar, and light-brown sugar until well blended.
- Add Oils and Juice: Slowly drizzle in the plain sesame oil (or vegetable oil) and spicy toasted sesame oil while whisking continuously. Then add the fresh orange juice and continue to whisk until the dressing is smooth and creamy.
- Mix in Scallions: Stir in the minced scallion for an added burst of flavor.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning as needed. You can add more sugar for sweetness or vinegar for tanginess.
- Serve or Store: Use the dressing immediately over your favorite salads or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
This Sesame-Miso Salad Dressing brings a delightful, nutty flavor to your dishes, making healthy eating enjoyable and satisfying. Whether you’re drizzling it on salads, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls, this dressing is versatile and easy to make. Enjoy the balance of flavors in every bite!
