Ginger Salad Dressing
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
3 mins
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Total Time
3 mins
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Servings
4 servings (about 1/2 cup)
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Calories
43 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Ginger Salad Dressing
Description
This dressing combines finely minced fresh ginger with rice vinegar and lemon juice to deliver a bright, acidic base. Olive oil softens the acidity, while sugar adds a touch of sweetness to balance the sharpness of ginger and vinegar. Salt and freshly ground black pepper season it. Water adjusts the consistency to a pourable form suitable for salads.
The dressing improves in flavor the longer it sits, allowing the ginger to infuse the mixture fully. For a creamier texture, blending the ingredients with gradual addition of oil creates a mild emulsification. This versatile dressing works well over leafy salads or as a marinade component.
Fresh ginger is key to preserving the vibrant, sharp flavor. Adjust the ingredients to personal taste for different balances of sweet, tangy, and spicy.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- ½ tablespoon sugar or agave
- 1 tablespoon ginger finely minced, fresh
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- lemon juice of ½ lemon
- ¼ cup of water
- salt freshly ground
- black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- In a small bowl or jar with a lid, mix all of the ingredients. Taste and adjust any ingredients to taste. The taste of the ginger in the dressing will get stronger and better the longer it sits in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Use freshly minced ginger for the brightest and most pronounced flavor.
- Let the dressing rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to enhance the flavor development.
- Adjust sweetness, acidity, and salt to taste before serving.
- Blend the ingredients with a slow oil drizzle to create a creamier, emulsified dressing if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings (about 1/2 cup)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 43 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 43kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.2g | 0% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 26mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 3IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 5mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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