Description
This Japanese Carrot Ginger Dressing is a vibrant, tangy, and slightly sweet dressing perfect for crisp salads. Made with fresh carrots, ginger, onion, and a blend of soy sauce and rice vinegar, it delivers a fresh and zesty flavor that pairs beautifully with lettuce varieties such as iceberg or romaine. The dressing is emulsified with canola or vegetable oil to create a smooth, rich texture making it a delightful addition to your salad repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 7 ounces carrots, peeled and chopped
- 4 ounces onion, peeled and finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons ginger, peeled and finely chopped
Seasonings and Liquids
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Oil
- 3/4 cup organic canola or vegetable oil
Instructions
- Blend the vegetables and seasonings. Place the chopped carrots, finely chopped onion, ginger, sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and salt into a blender. Blend the mixture until it becomes smooth and well combined, ensuring all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Emulsify with the oil. With the blender running on low speed, slowly pour in the canola or vegetable oil to allow the mixture to emulsify. Continue blending until the dressing achieves a creamy, homogeneous texture and a balanced flavor.
- Serve the dressing. Use this freshly made carrot ginger dressing to dress crisp lettuce varieties such as iceberg or romaine. It can also be used on other salads or as a flavorful dipping sauce, enjoyed immediately or refrigerated for later use.
Notes
- For the best flavor, use fresh ginger and freshly peeled carrots.
- Slowly adding the oil is key to achieving a well-emulsified dressing texture.
- Store leftover dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- This dressing is great as a marinade or dipping sauce for grilled vegetables or chicken.
- You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sugar according to your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad Dressing
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Japanese
Keywords: Japanese dressing, carrot ginger dressing, salad dressing recipe, homemade dressing, carrot dressing, ginger dressing, soy sauce dressing
