Ginger Dressing Recipe: How to Make Carrot Ginger Dressing
Written by MasterClass
Last updated: Sep 14, 2026 • 1 min read
This easy ginger dressing recipe is a perfect condiment for iceberg lettuce and raw veggies, and it doubles as a marinade for meat and fish.
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What Is Ginger Dressing?
Ginger dressing is a salad dressing made with fresh ginger. It’s made like a vinaigrette, but with rice wine vinegar (or lime juice) instead of balsamic vinegar and sesame oil instead of extra-virgin olive oil. Optional ingredients include soy sauce or miso paste for salt and umami flavor. Add carrots to make carrot ginger dressing for more sweetness and color.
Origins of Ginger Dressing
Japanese restaurants in the United States likely developed ginger salad dressing to dress side salads with East Asian flavors. You can find ginger dressing at Japanese-American sushi restaurants and hibachi restaurants, as well as Chinese-American eateries.
Easy Carrot Ginger Dressing Recipe
makes
1 cupprep time
15 mintotal time
15 mincook time
Ingredients
- 1
In a blender or food processor, combine all of the ingredients and blend until smooth.
- 2
Taste and adjust the seasoning.
- 3
Use the dressing immediately or store it in a jar or other airtight container in the refrigerator.
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