Carrot Ginger Dressing
Did you know? February is National Heart Health Awareness Month. People who follow a healthy plant-based diet featuring whole grains, nuts, fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats are less likely to develop heart disease. Build yourself a heart smart salad and top it with homemade Carrot Ginger Dressing.
Carrot Ginger Dressing
Our recipe for homemade Carrot Ginger Dressing takes just one food processor and only five minutes. Full of fresh carrots and the zing of grated ginger -- give it a try and you'll never go back to store-bought.
Makes about 2 cups
Ingredients
| 1 cup + 2 tablespoons grated carrots |
| 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar |
| 2 teaspoons white miso paste |
| 3 tablespoons minced fresh ginger |
| 2 tablespoons chopped yellow onion |
| 1/8 teaspoon salt |
| 1/2 cup canola oil |
Instructions
In a food processor or blender, combine carrots, vinegar, miso, ginger, onion, and salt. Puree until smooth. While blending, slowly stream in oil until fully combined. If desired, strain dressing through a fine-mesh strainer.
Nutrition information per 2 tablespoon serving: 70 calories, 7 g fat, 0.5 g saturated fat, 55 mg sodium, 1 g carbohydrate, 0.5 g sugar, 0.5 g fiber, 1 g protein
Want more heart smart salad dressings? Try our Creamy Cucumber Vinaigrette or our Greek Yogurt Blue Cheese.