Tangy Miso and Sesame Dressing
This tangy, savory dressing is the perfect way to add a burst of flavor to your favorite salads, vegetables, or grain bowls. It's made with a blend of white miso paste, reduced sodium soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, rice vinegar, water, lime juice, minced garlic, and chopped fresh cilantro. The miso paste adds a nutty, umami flavor, while the soy sauce and rice vinegar provide a salty and tangy balance. The toasted sesame oil adds a rich, nutty flavor, and the lime juice adds a bright, citrusy note. The garlic and cilantro add a touch of aromatic freshness. This dressing is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. You can add more or less lime juice to adjust the tartness, or add a touch of honey or maple syrup to add a touch of sweetness. This dressing is a versatile and delicious way to add flavor to your favorite dishes.
This dressing was inspired by a dish I had at a Japanese restaurant in New York City. The dressing was so flavorful and umami-rich, I knew I had to recreate it at home. After some experimentation, I came up with this recipe, which is a close approximation of the original. This dressing is now a staple in my kitchen, and I use it on everything from salads to vegetables to grain bowls. It's a versatile and delicious way to add flavor to any dish.
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Prep time: 5 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons white miso paste
  • 2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 2 teaspoons lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together all ingredients until well combined.
  2. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
  3. Drizzle over salads, vegetables, or grain bowls and enjoy!
Why It Works
  • The combination of miso paste, soy sauce, and rice vinegar creates a complex and flavorful base.
  • The toasted sesame oil adds a rich, nutty flavor.
  • The lime juice adds a bright, citrusy note.
  • The garlic and cilantro add a touch of aromatic freshness.
  • This dressing is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences.