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miso ginger dressing recipe

Miso Ginger Dressing

A flavorful blend of savory miso, zesty ginger, and tangy rice vinegar, balanced with a hint of sweetness. This umami-packed dressing is perfect for every dishes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Condiment
Cuisine Aisan, Japanese
Servings 4

Nutrition

Calories: 85kcalCarbohydrates: 5gFat: 8gSodium: 350mgSugar: 3g

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp white miso paste
  • 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil or any neutral oil
  • 1 tbsp honey optional for sweetness
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp water adjust for desired consistency

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the miso paste, grated ginger, garlic, rice vinegar, and soy sauce until well combined.
  • Gradually whisk in the sesame oil and vegetable oil until the mixture emulsifies.
  • Add water to adjust the consistency, then taste and add honey if you'd like a sweeter dressing.
  • Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Notes

- To make a vegan ginger miso dressing, use maple syrup or agave nectar instead of honey. Here's a quick conversion guide:
Non-Vegan Ingredient Vegan Alternative Ratio
Honey Maple syrup 1:1
Honey Agave nectar 3:4
- To make a gluten-free option:
  • Replace soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos
  • Ensure the miso paste is certified gluten-free some varieties contain barley
- For a low-calorie version:
  • Reduce oil content by half and replace with water or dashi stock
  • Use low-sodium miso paste and soy sauce
  • Substitute honey with a zero-calorie sweetener like stevia or monk fruit extract.
Keyword Asian salad dressing, gluten free, homemade salad dressing, miso ginger dressing, miso paste, umami flavor, vegan dressing
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