Sesame Dressing Recipe
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Sesame Dressing Recipe
Description
The Sesame Dressing Recipe uses toasted sesame seeds to add a nutty aroma and texture and pairs them with brown sugar for sweetness. Olive oil and red wine vinegar (with optional substitutes like rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar) create the base, while soy sauce contributes a salty umami element. The dressing is prepared by whisking all ingredients together, blending the flavors. It can be served fresh after sitting out to meld or refrigerated for up to four days, shaking well before use to recombine.
This dressing is versatile and works well to enhance greens or cold vegetable dishes, introducing a balanced sweet and savory Asian-inspired flavor. The toasted sesame seeds provide a mild crunch and aromatic boost.
Notes suggest substituting brown sugar with honey or maple syrup and vinegar types according to preference. Toasting sesame seeds is done carefully over medium heat until golden and fragrant.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (see note 1)
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar (see note 2)
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds see note 3, toasted
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
Instructions
- In a small bowl with a whisk, or in a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine brown sugar, olive oil, vinegar, sesame seeds, and soy sauce.
- If you're going to use the dressing right away, let it sit out on the counter to let the flavors meld. Otherwise, store it in the refrigerator and shake it up again before you use it.
Notes
- Brown sugar can be substituted with honey or maple syrup depending on your preference.
- Red wine vinegar can be replaced with rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar for a milder flavor.
- Toast sesame seeds in a medium skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and fragrant to enhance flavor.
- This recipe yields about 1½ cups, enough for twelve 2-tablespoon servings.
- Store leftover dressing in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to four days; shake or whisk well before each use.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings (2 tbsp each)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 135 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2 tbsp | |
| Calories | 135kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 171mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 33mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Calcium | 38mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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