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Japanese Carrot Ginger Dressing

Deliciously Smooth Japanese Carrot Ginger Dressing in 10 Minutes

Quick and easy Japanese Carrot Ginger Dressing brings vibrant flavors to salads or sushi. Vegan-friendly and ready in under 10 minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 medium Carrots peeled and chopped
  • 1 medium Onion diced, preferably sweet onion
  • 1 inch Ginger fresh, peeled
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar can be reduced or omitted
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar can substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt optional if using soy sauce
For the Emulsion
  • 1/2 cup Canola or Vegetable Oil can substitute with olive oil

Equipment

  • Blender

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Blend Base Ingredients: In a blender, combine the peeled and chopped carrots, diced onion, fresh ginger, granulated sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and salt. Blend on high for about 30-45 seconds until smooth.
  2. Emulsify: With the blender running on low, gradually add the oil, blending until creamy and cohesive.
  3. Taste and Adjust: Taste the dressing and adjust sweetness or saltiness if needed, blending briefly again.
  4. Serve or Store: Use immediately over salad or store in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 8gFat: 5gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients. Store in a sealed jar and shake before serving after storage.

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