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Japanese Ginger Salad Dressing

Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon Jessica Randhawa
March 31, 2020
4.80 from 5 votes


Last Updated April 13, 2023 | 0 Comments

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This amazing Japanese Ginger Salad Dressing is the perfect addition to your favorite salads, stir-fries, or any hibachi-style meal. Bursting with savory, tangy flavor, it’s super quick and easy to make, healthy, and you’ll have leftover dressing for weeks!

Sesame Ginger Dressing in mason jar wrapped in string

Japanese Ginger Salad Dressing Recipe

One of my favorite parts about dining out at a sushi or hibachi restaurant are the refreshing salads. Fresh veggies covered with a simple ginger dressing – a seemingly simple salad that bursts with tangy, unforgettable flavor that makes eating greens easy and exciting.

This copycat version lets you enjoy what was once reserved for Japanese restaurants anytime you want. And this versatile, coincidentally vegan dressing isn’t just for iceberg lettuce either–it can be added to poké bowls, stir-fries, and more. Plus, it’s super easy to whip together.

How to Make Japanese Ginger Salad Dressing

Add the onion, peanut oil, rice vinegar, water, fresh ginger, celery, ketchup, soy sauce, sugar, lemon juice, and garlic to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Feel free to adjust other ingredients to your preference as well. Serve over fresh greens.

Sesame Ginger Dressing in mason jar wrapped in string with lid on

How to Serve

Serve this Japanese ginger salad dressing over a chopped salad for lunch, or simply drizzle it over roasted veggies for a tasty dinner side dish. You can also get creative and use it for your next poké bowl, Buddha bowl, or as a topping for proteins like chicken, fish, or tofu.

Storage and Freezing

This homemade dressing should last in your fridge for up to two weeks when sealed in an airtight container. You can also freeze it for up to two months (although you risk some separation/a change in consistency).

More Delicious Dressing Recipes:

  • Homemade Ranch
  • Sesame Ginger Dressing
  • Sriracha Ranch
  • Honey Mustard
  • Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette

If you try making this Japanese Ginger Salad Dressing Recipe, please leave me a comment and let me know! I always love to hear your thoughts.

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Sesame Ginger Dressing

Japanese Ginger Salad Dressing

4.80 from 5 votes
Chef: Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked SpoonJessica Randhawa
This amazing Japanese Ginger Salad Dressing is the perfect addition to your favorite salads, stir-fries, or any hibachi-style meal. Bursting with savory, tangy flavor, it's super quick and easy to make, healthy, and you’ll have leftover dressing for weeks!
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Sauce
Cuisine Asian
Servings 10
Calories 76 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoon finely minced ginger
  • 3 cloves garlic - minced
  • 3 tablespoon canola oil
  • 2 tablespoon hoisin sauce - + 2 teaspoons
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1.5 tablespoon Sriracha
  • 1 tablespoon agave nectar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ⅓ cup red wine vinegar - start with less and add more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon white sesame seeds
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Instructions
 

  • In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together all the ingredients until fully combined. Taste and make any needed adjustments- more salt, sesame oil, Sriracha, etc. Serve over salad, chicken, rice or vegetables.

Jessica’s Notes

Keep leftovers stored in an airtight jar or container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 76kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 0g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 504mg | Potassium: 35mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin C: 1.8mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 0.4mg

(Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and specific brands of ingredients used.)

Keyword Ginger Dressing, Japanese Ginger Salad Dressing, Sesame Ginger Dressing
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About Jessica

Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon

Chef Jessica Randhawa leads The Forked Spoon. A world traveler, Jessica developed her passion for culinary arts while adventuring. With her recipes making their way onto renowned platforms such as Women's Health, Daily Mail, Al Jazeera, and Fox News, she's marked her presence in the culinary world. Jessica's academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science from the University of California.

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Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon

About Jessica Randhawa

Chef Jessica Randhawa leads The Forked Spoon. A world traveler, Jessica developed her passion for culinary arts while adventuring. With her recipes making their way onto renowned platforms such as Women's Health, Daily Mail, Al Jazeera, and Fox News, she's marked her presence in the culinary world. Jessica's academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science from the University of California.

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