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Ginger-Turmeric Dressing (Trader Joe's Copycat)
5 from 210 votes

Ginger-Turmeric Dressing (Trader Joe's Copycat)

This Ginger-Turmeric Dressing blends almond butter with fresh lemon zest and juice, ginger, garlic, maple syrup, turmeric, salt, and black pepper into a smooth, bright dressing. It offers a balance of citrus tang, warm spice from turmeric and ginger, and nutty creaminess from the almond butter. The dressing’s texture is smooth and silky, making it suitable as a salad dressing or sauce for grain bowls and roasted vegetables.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 45 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup almond butter raw, unsalted
  • ½ cup water
  • lemon zest from half a lemon
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
  • 1 tablespoon ginger See Notes for tips on peeling and zesting, fresh, puree
  • 1 clove garlic for milder flavor, sub ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric ground
  • ½ teaspoon salt fine sea salt
  • black pepper about 8 to 10 turns of a pepper grinder

Instructions

Instructions if using a blender (recommended):
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  1. Combine all ingredients in a blender, and blend until smooth. Taste and adjust salt and lemon as desired. Can be used immediately or refrigerated for later use.
To mix the dressing by hand:
  1. Use a microplane to zest the lemon, ginger and garlic. Whisk all ingredients together in a bowl.

Notes

  • Peel ginger easily with a spoon by scraping off the skin before zesting or grating.
  • If not using a blender, use a microplane to zest lemon and ginger and to puree garlic for best texture.
  • Store dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Information

Calories 45kcal (2%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 3g (5%) Cholesterol 0mg (0%) Sodium 115mg (5%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 2.5IU (0%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 24mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 45

% Daily Value*

Calories 45kcal 2%
Carbohydrates 3g 1%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 3g 5%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 115mg 5%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 2.5IU 0%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 24mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.