This zesty Asian salad dressing is perfect for pouring over salads or using as a marinade for your favorite protein.
Whip up a batch in just 5 minutes!
Easy salad dressing
Making homemade salad dressing is easy peasy, and this Asian dressing is no exception. Everything goes into one jar and then you shake! That's it! Easy as can be.
The dressing is perfect over your favorite green salad, but would also be great on a pasta salad, used as a marinade, or even as a dipping sauce!
Once you've made this dressing, feel free to tailor it to your taste. Add a few red chili flakes for a bit of spice or sprinkle in some sesame seeds.
Key ingredients
This section reviews the best ingredients and substitutions for this recipe. For an exact list of ingredients and quantities, check the recipe card below.
- Olive oil - Or use your favorite oil
- Soy sauce - I use low-sodium soy sauce
- Rice wine vinegar - Adds the tang you need in a dressing. White wine vinegar can be used too.
- Sesame seed oil - Just a touch is added, but don't leave it out. The sesame oil adds so much flavor!
- Honey - Adds sweetness. Brown sugar could also be used.
- Seasoning - Fresh garlic and dried ginger
Step-by-step directions
In this section, I share step-by-step photos, cooking methods, techniques, and a general overview. For detailed instructions, temperatures, and timing, check the printable recipe card below.
- Place everything in a jar
- Add a lid and tighten
- Shake, shake, shake until everything is well mixed
- Shake again just before using
Recipe tips
- Refrigerate the dressing and use it within two weeks.
- Always shake it well before using it to redistribute the contents.
- Store in the refrigerator and use within two weeks.
- After refrigerating, remove for 5-10 minutes before using.
Serving suggestions
- Use on chopped chicken salad
- Serve as a dip for chicken strips or chicken nuggets
- Use as a marinade for grilled chicken breasts
- Serve over your favorite salad
More delicious salad dressings!
- Blue Cheese
- Lemon Vinaigrette
- Zesty Italian Dressing
- Raspberry Dressing
- Caesar Dressing
- Lime and Cilantro Salad Dressing
- Avocado Dressing
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Asian Salad Dressing
Equipment
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon ginger powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
- 1 pinch salt (if needed)
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a jar with a tight fitting lid.
- Place lid on jar and shake vigourously.
- Use right away, or refrigerate until needed.
Notes
- Refrigerate the dressing and use it within two weeks.
- Always shake it well before using it to redistribute the contents.
- Store in the refrigerator and use within two weeks.
- After refrigerating, remove for 5-10 minutes before using.
Nutritional Disclaimer:
Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and should only be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. To obtain the most precise nutritional information in a provided recipe, you should calculate the nutritional information with the exact ingredients you are using when preparing the recipe using your preferred nutrition calculator.
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