Ingredients

2 ounces gingerroot ( about 1/2 cup )
1 medium onion , cut into quarters
3 cups vegetable oil
1 cup vinegar ( I use red wine vinegar )
1 3/4 cups soy sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/4 lemon , juiced
1 garlic clove
1 3/4 cups water
Japanese cuisine is known for its healthy, delicious dishes that are packed with flavor. One staple at any Japanese steakhouse is the ginger salad dressing. This dressing is easy to make at home and is a great way to add flavor to your salads without using processed, store-bought dressings. The dressing is made with fresh ginger, onion, soy sauce, and other ingredients that are good for your health. This dressing is perfect for any salad, but it pairs particularly well with a spinach or mixed greens salad topped with grilled chicken or shrimp.

Instructions

1.In a blender, combine the ginger root, onion, and vegetable oil until smooth.
2.Add in the red wine vinegar, soy sauce, tomato paste, lemon juice, garlic clove, and water, blending until well combined.
3.Taste the dressing and adjust seasonings to your liking.
4.Store the dressing in a jar in the refrigerator for up to one week.
5.

PROS

This homemade dressing is free of preservatives and additives, making it a healthy alternative to store-bought dressings.

The ginger and garlic provide anti-inflammatory properties and are good for your digestive system.

CONS

This dressing is high in fat and should be used in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Ginger and garlic have anti-inflammatory properties that are good for the immune system and digestive health. Soy sauce contains antioxidants that aid in reducing inflammation, and tomato paste is full of lycopene that helps protect your skin against harmful UV rays.

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