Oil-Free Ginger Sesame Dressing
This whole food oil-free dressing uses carrots as a natural thickener. Paired with rice wine for a light but sweet acidity, it can be customized to your liking by adjusting the ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 medium (125 g) carrot, cut into large chunks
- 1 slice (10 g) onion, peeled (1/4-inch)
- 1 garlic clove, peeled
- 2 teaspoons white or yellow miso
- 1 slice (5 g) fresh ginger root
- 3 Tablespoons (25 g) toasted sesame seeds
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) rice wine vinegar
- ¾ cup (180 ml) water
Directions
- Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the blade base.
- Start the blender on its lowest speed and quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 30 seconds. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Chef's Notes
Oil-free vinaigrettes allow you to remove of a lot of the calories associated with traditional dressings without sacrificing flavor. The Vitamix has no issues blending tough fibers in carrots, ginger, or sesame seeds to create a truly delicious dressing. Salads can be varied however you like with regional or seasonal ingredients.