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Orange Ginger Dressing with Sesame

Zesty Orange Ginger Dressing with Sesame for Fresh Salads

A vibrant Orange Ginger Dressing with Sesame that elevates salads and marinades with a quick prep time of just 5 minutes!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Blog
Cuisine: International
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Orange Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest don't skip this!
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar substitute with apple cider vinegar if needed
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil or use olive oil as an alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup for a vegan version
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce use tamari for a gluten-free option
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger grated for maximum flavor
  • 1 clove Garlic minced finely
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
Optional Garnish
  • Sesame Seeds black or white for visual appeal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • blender

Method
 

Steps
  1. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the fresh orange juice and orange zest until well blended. Add rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, soy sauce, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Whisk for about 1-2 minutes until fully incorporated and smooth.
  2. Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if needed, adding salt and freshly cracked black pepper to enhance flavors.
  3. For a different texture, blend all ingredients in a blender for 30-45 seconds until creamy. Add sesame seeds afterwards for crunch.
  4. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 7-10 days. Shake or stir well before each use.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 15gFat: 1gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 1mg

Notes

Use freshly squeezed ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust seasoning to achieve the ideal sweet and tangy profile.

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