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Japanese Ginger Dressing Recipe

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4.2 from 7 reviews

This flavorful Japanese Ginger Dressing is a vibrant, healthy dressing made from fresh carrots, celery, and ginger, blended with avocado oil and tangy rice vinegar. Perfect for adding a refreshing zest to salads or as a dipping sauce, this dressing is easy to prepare in just 10 minutes and serves four.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 1 1/2 cup carrots (peeled and chopped)
  • 2 stalks celery (chopped)
  • 1/4 yellow onion (chopped)
  • 2 tbsp ginger (peeled and chopped)

Liquids and Seasonings

  • 1/2 cup + 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1/4 cup coconut aminos
  • 3 tbsp rice vinegar (substitute apple cider vinegar for AIP)
  • 2 tsp coconut sugar (omit for Whole30)
  • 3/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper (omit for AIP)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Peel and chop the carrots, celery, yellow onion, and ginger to ensure they blend smoothly in the high-speed blender.
  2. Blend the Dressing: Add all the prepared vegetables, avocado oil, coconut aminos, rice vinegar, coconut sugar, sea salt, and black pepper into a high-speed blender. Blend until the mixture is thick and fully incorporated, achieving a smooth, cohesive dressing texture.
  3. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning as desired, adding more salt, pepper, or vinegar according to your preference.
  4. Store and Serve: Transfer the dressing to a container and refrigerate until ready to use. Serve over salads featuring romaine or iceberg lettuce, shredded carrots, or any preferred salad ingredients for a fresh, tangy flavor boost.

Notes

  • For AIP diet, substitute rice vinegar with apple cider vinegar and omit black pepper.
  • For Whole30 compliance, omit the coconut sugar.
  • Use a high-speed blender for the best texture.
  • Store the dressing in the refrigerator and use within one week.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad Dressing
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: Japanese
  • Diet: Gluten Free