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Carrot Ginger Dressing

This Japaneses-style dressing features fresh carrots and ginger, onion, sesame, and miso. It's thick, tangy and finger-licking good.
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Asian
Diet Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Low Fat, Dairy Free Diet, Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword asian dressing, carrot ginger dressing, japanese dressing
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 8 Makes 1 cup
Calories 81kcal
Author Robin Miller

Ingredients

  • 2 carrots peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2- inch piece fresh ginger cut up
  • 1 tablespoon white miso
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 cup rice vinegar regular or seasoned
  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil such as avocado oil or vegetable oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  • In a food processor, combine the carrots and ginger. Process until finely ground.
  • Add the miso, onion powder, and sesame oil and puree until blended.
  • Add the vinegar and neutral oil and puree until blended and almost smooth.
  • Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
  • Serve over salads, or as a dip, or as a topping for chicken, seafood, vegetables, and rice.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 81kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 0.5g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 203mg | Potassium: 62mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 2550IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 0.1mg