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Miso Tahini Dressing

Miso Tahini Dressing is a creamy and nutty salad dressing bursting with Asian flavors. It is quick and easy to make. Best of all, it outshines any store bought Asian dressing.
Course Salad Dressing
Cuisine Asian
Keyword Miso Tahini Dressing, Tahini Miso Salad Dressing
Prep Time 10 minutes
Servings 8 servings (2 tablespoons per serving)
Calories 133kcal
Author Heather

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup white miso paste
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey *or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon crushed garlic *about 3-4 medium cloves of garlic
  • 1/4 cup water *adjust for desired consistency
  • sprinkle Gochugaru or Crushed Red Chili Pepper Flakes *optional, see Note #1 below

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the miso paste and tahini until smooth and well combined.
  • Add rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey and garlic. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
  • Gradually add water, one tablespoon at a time, while whisking continuously until you reach your desired consistency. The dressing should be smooth and pourable but not too thin. See Note #2 below.
  • Transfer the miso tahini dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.

Notes

Recipe Notes
Note #1- The addittion of Gochugaru or crushed red chili pepper flakes will add a spicy kick. However, the addittion of either is optional. (Gochugaru is a Korean red pepper powder commonly used to add spice and flavor to dishes like kimchi or Asian Cucumber Salad.)
Note #2- Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if needed. You can add more honey for sweetness, more rice vinegar for tanginess, Gochugaru for spiciness, or more water to thin it out.

Nutrition

Calories: 133kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 324mg | Potassium: 58mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 13IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg