Delicious Carrot Ginger Dressing Recipe for Salads

Carrot Ginger Dressing — a japanese recipe (condiments and sauces) with 7 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.

Medium
Updated March 20, 2026

15

Total Time (min)

1

servings

627

Calories/serving

Medium

Difficulty

Delicious Carrot Ginger Dressing Recipe for Salads

Ingredients

Servings:
1
  • 1 cup grated carrots
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional for sweetness)
  • 1 cup water (adjust for desired consistency)

Instructions

5 steps

  1. Prepare Ingredients

    Grate the carrots and ginger, and gather all ingredients.

    Use a microplane for fine grating.
  2. Blend Ingredients

    In a blender, combine grated carrots, ginger, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and honey/maple syrup.

    Blend until smooth.
  3. Adjust Consistency

    Add water gradually to achieve your preferred dressing consistency.

    Start with 1/2 cup and add more if needed.
  4. Taste and Adjust

    Taste the dressing and adjust sweetness or seasoning if necessary.

    Add more honey/maple syrup for sweetness.
  5. Serve or Store

    Transfer to a jar and store in the refrigerator for up to a week.

    Shake well before serving.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Health: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Wheat-Free. Diet: High-Fiber, Low-Carb

Storage & Reheating

❄️

Refrigerator

Up to 3 days in an airtight container

🧊

Freezer

Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge

🔥

Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.

What to Serve With

Complete your japanese meal with these perfect pairings:

🍽️Steamed rice
🍽️Miso soup
🍽️Pickled ginger

About This Dish

Delicious Carrot Ginger Dressing Recipe for Salads is a beloved dish from Japanese cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 15 minutes, it's a quick and easy option for any day of the week.

Japanese cuisine (washoku) is recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage. It emphasizes seasonal ingredients, beautiful presentation, and the harmonious balance of five flavors: sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and umami.

This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 7 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, but use a smaller amount as ground ginger is more concentrated.

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Nutrition Facts

1 serving(s) per recipe

Serving size1 serving
Calories80kcal
Total Fat3gg
Sodium200mgmg
Total Carbohydrates18gg
Dietary Fiber2gg
Total Sugars5gg
Protein1gg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

Recipe Details

CuisineJapanese