Green Goddess Miso Tahini Dressing
This tangy, earthy miso tahini dressing is the perfect way to add umami and richness to your favorite salads, bowls, and grilled veggies. It's made with a blend of miso, tahini, rice vinegar, olive oil, and water, and can be customized to your taste with the addition of nutritional yeast, green onions, and basil. The result is a creamy, flavorful dressing that's sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
The inspiration for this dressing came to me one day when I was craving a salad dressing that was both flavorful and healthy. I had some leftover miso and tahini in my fridge, and I thought, why not combine them? I added a bit of rice vinegar for acidity, olive oil for richness, and water to thin it out. The result was a dressing that was so delicious, I couldn't stop eating it. I've since shared this recipe with friends and family, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dressing for a quick and easy weeknight salad, or for a more special occasion meal.
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Prep time: 5 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • ¼ cup miso
  • ¼ cup tahini
  • ¼ cup rice vinegar or apple vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon green onions, chopped
  • 1 large handful fresh basil
Instructions
  1. Add all ingredients to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
  2. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Add more miso for a saltier flavor, more water for a thinner consistency, more vinegar for a tangier flavor, or more oil for a richer flavor.
Why It Works
  • The combination of miso and tahini creates a rich, umami flavor that's perfect for dressing salads and vegetables.
  • The rice vinegar adds acidity, which helps to balance out the richness of the miso and tahini.
  • The olive oil adds a bit of richness and helps to emulsify the dressing.
  • The water helps to thin out the dressing and make it easier to pour.
  • The nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor to the dressing, making it a great option for vegans and vegetarians.
  • The green onions and basil add a bit of freshness and brightness to the dressing.