Carrot Ginger Dressing Recipe

Our family goes through a lot of salads during the spring and summer months. It’s a great way to use up random garden vegetables and get extra nutrition. If you’re tired of the usual vinaigrette and ranch dressing, try this sesame ginger dressing on your next salad.

You will often see a version of this in Japanese restaurants. Japanese ginger dressing basically has the same ingredients as my recipe, but with more soy sauce or miso.

Carrot Ginger Salad Dressing

I ate a lot of carrots in the middle my salad before, but actually putting them in salad dressing wasn’t something I tried until recently. It adds thickness and flavor in a different way. This dressing tastes fresh and bright thanks to the carrots and lime juice. Fresh ginger adds a bit of spice, vinegar adds tang, oils smooth together, and honey adds a touch of sweetness.

Some recipes call for olive oil or vegetable oil only, but I chose to add toasted sesame oil here. It has a bright, rich, nutty flavor that pairs well with other Asian dressing flavors.

More Than Just a Delicious Topping

This ginger salad dressing is more than just a great way to eat a salad. Here are some of the health benefits you will get from the ingredients.

• Carrots It is rich in beta-carotene, a precursor of vitamin A, fiber, potassium, and antioxidants. They also help flush out excess estrogen to balance hormones and may limit candida overgrowth.
• Ginger – Reduces inflammation, relieves nausea, improves digestion, and much more. Adding ginger not only adds flavor, but helps the body better absorb other ingredients in the dressing and salad.
• Lemon juice – Good and soft lime juice contains vitamin C and a small amount of other minerals, such as potassium and magnesium.
• Olive oil – Real olive oil is thick, dark, and aromatic. Add healthy fats for hormone support and healthy brain development.
• Sesame Oil – It is high in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. It has some Omega-6 fats combined with Omega-3 fatty acids from olive oil.
• Rice vinegar – I usually use apple cider vinegar in cooking, but rice vinegar has a different flavor profile that goes well with ginger dressing. It is naturally fermented and can help with immunity, blood pressure control, and detoxification.

How to Use Carrot Ginger Salad Dressing

You can use this on any salad, but it’s usually served over chopped iceberg lettuce and carrot strips. It also tastes amazing on meat and fish. Try it on roasted vegetables or as a dipping sauce for spring rolls. It’s also great in a salad with miso-soaked eggs!

Here are some salad recipes to pair with your fresh ginger dressing:

Tips for Making Ginger Dressing

This dressing is very forgiving. Add more ginger for extra kick or more honey if you like it sweeter. If your blender is not high powered, chop the carrots and ginger into small pieces for a smooth result. I’ll taste it after it’s combined and usually add more salt to taste.

If there are any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Some people recommend a maximum of four days, but we’ve been eating it very quickly.

And here’s how to do it!

Other Salad Dressing Recipes

Here are some salad recipes to add to your rotation. I like to keep a few jars of homemade dressing in the freezer to grab as needed during the week. Easy to put together and a perfect meal!

What are some of your favorite ingredients to use in salads? Leave a comment and let us know!