Best 20 Sesame Salad Dressing Recipes

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Sesame salad dressing is a versatile and flavorful condiment that can elevate any salad or dish. Made with a blend of sesame oil, vinegar, soy sauce, and other seasonings, this dressing offers a unique and nutty taste that perfectly complements a variety of ingredients. Whether you're looking for a simple and quick dressing for your everyday meals or a more elaborate one for a special occasion, this article has got you covered. Dive into the world of sesame salad dressings and discover the perfect recipe to tantalize your taste buds and impress your loved ones.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SESAME SALAD DRESSING



Sesame Salad Dressing image

For a pleasant, fresh Asian flavor, try this super-easy mixture from Jean Ecos, a field editor from Hartland, Wisconsin. It's light but has plenty of personality.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 tablespoons sesame oil
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk all of the ingredients. Cover and store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 614mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

ASIAN SALAD WITH SESAME DRESSING



Asian Salad with Sesame Dressing image

Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/8 cup rice wine vinegar
1 shallot clove, quartered
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons tahini or peanut butter
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1/2 cup sesame oil
6 cups mixed mesclun greens, soaked in salt water to remove grit, dried in a salad spinner and torn into bite sized pieces
1 cup baby corn from a jar or can
1 (8-ounce) can Mandarin orange segments, drained
1 red bell pepper, stem and seeds removed and sliced julienne
1 (4-ounce) can water chestnuts, rinsed to remove any tinny taste
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • Add 1 at a time through the feed tube of a running blender, vinegar, shallot, salt, pepper, tahini, and sesame seeds. Leaving the blender running add the oil in a slow thin stream. Set aside briefly.
  • Toss greens, corn, orange, bell pepper, water chestnuts, and tomatoes together in a large bowl with enough dressing to coat. Serve with additional dressing on the side.

GARLIC SESAME SALAD DRESSING RECIPE BY TASTY



Garlic Sesame Salad Dressing Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: garlic, fresh scallion, ginger, brown sugar, roasted sesame seed, rice vinegar, peanut oil, sesame oil, soy sauce

Provided by Matthew Johnson

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon garlic
2 tablespoons fresh scallion, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, minced
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon roasted sesame seed
½ cup rice vinegar
½ cup peanut oil
2 tablespoons sesame oil
½ cup soy sauce

Steps:

  • Add the ingredients into a mason jar. Screw the lid on tightly and shake vigorously.
  • The dressing can remain in the fridge for 1-2 weeks.
  • Pour over your favorite salad ingredients and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 0 grams, Sugar 5 grams

CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD WITH PEANUT-SESAME DRESSING



Chinese Chicken Salad With Peanut-Sesame Dressing image

Cold shredded chicken in a peanut-sesame dressing is a common component of the exquisitely arranged cold appetizer platters served at Chinese banquets. This salad is as popular among Westerners as it is with the Chinese, and many variations of it are offered in casual dining spots throughout the West. From Joyce Jue, "Far East Cafe: The Best of Casual Asian Cooking".

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 large whole chicken breasts
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 lb fresh Chinese egg noodles
1 1/2 teaspoons peanut oil
3 tablespoons white sesame seeds or 3 tablespoons black sesame seeds
1/4 cup finely-julienned red bell pepper
1 cup finely-julienned peeled carrot
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves (fresh coriander)
1 small cucumber, cut into 2-inch julienne
2 teaspoons peanut butter
2 teaspoons asian sesame paste
2 tablespoons sugar
1/3 cup dark soy sauce
1/3 cup Chinese red vinegar or 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons peanut oil or 2 tablespoons corn oil
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon chili oil (to taste)
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced peeled fresh ginger
1/4 cup chopped green onion (spring)
1/4 cup chopped dry roasted peanuts

Steps:

  • Fill a large saucepan three-fourths full with water and bring to a boil.
  • Add the chicken breasts and return to a boil, skimming off any scum that forms on the surface, then immediately reduce the heat to low.
  • Simmer, uncovered, until tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Drain and let cool.
  • Remove the skin from the chicken breasts, bone the breasts and hand shred the meat with the grain into strips about 1/2 inch thick and 2 inches long.
  • Refill the large saucepan three-fourths full with water.
  • Bring to a boil over high heat and add the salt.
  • Gently pull the strands of noodles apart, then drop them into the boiling water, stirring to separate the strands.
  • When the water comes to a second boil, boil for 1 minute longer.
  • Pour the noodles into a colander and rinse thoroughly with cold running water.
  • Drain thoroughly and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Toss with the peanut oil to keep the noodles from sticking together.
  • Set aside.
  • If using white sesame seeds, toast them in a small, dry frying pan over medium heat until golden and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
  • If using black sesame seeds, leave them untoasted.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the chicken, bell pepper, carrot, cilantro and toasted or raw sesame seeds.
  • Arrange the cooked noodles in a wide shallow bowl.
  • Scatter the cucumber over the noodles and top with the chicken mixture.
  • Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • To make the dressing, in a small bowl, stir together the peanut butter, sesame paste, sugar, soy sauce and vinegar. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the peanut or corn oil, sesame oil and chili oil.
  • When hot, add the garlic, ginger and green onion; saute gently until fragrant but not browned, about 15 seconds.
  • Stir in the peanut butter-sesame paste mixture and cook until the mixture begins to form a light syrup, about 1 minute.
  • Remove from the heat and let cool to lukewarm.
  • Pour the warm dressing over the chicken salad and sprinkle with the peanuts.
  • Serve immediately.

COLD SOBA NOODLE SALAD WITH CREAMY SESAME DRESSING



Cold Soba Noodle Salad with Creamy Sesame Dressing image

Cool, light and loaded with fresh vegetables, this salad makes a perfect summer meal. Nutty buckwheat noodles and tangy dressing make it rich and satisfying, too. The dressing can be made a day ahead and chilled-just give it a good shake before serving.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup sesame seeds
2 ears corn, shucked
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
1/4 cup soy sauce
4 teaspoons packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon chile-garlic sauce
One 2-inch piece ginger, peeled and thinly sliced into half moons
One 9.5-ounce package dried buckwheat soba noodles
2 cups small sprigs watercress, thick stems trimmed
12 cherry tomatoes, halved
1 avocado, diced
1/2 English cucumber, halved and thinly sliced into half moons

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  • Spread the sesame seeds in a medium skillet over medium heat, and toast until golden brown, shaking the pan occasionally, 4 to 5 minutes. Let cool, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, add the corn to the boiling water, and cook for 4 to 5 minutes. Remove the corn to a colander, reserving the boiling water for later use, and run the corn under cold water to cool. Cut the kernels from the cobs; set aside.
  • Transfer the sesame seeds to a blender and grind for 15 seconds. Add the oil, and puree until smooth and emulsified, about 15 seconds. Add the lemon juice, soy sauce, sugar, chile-garlic sauce and ginger, and blend for another 15 seconds.
  • Add the soba noodles to the boiling water, and cook until the noodles no longer have a hard, chalky bite but are still springy, 3 to 4 minutes. Strain the noodles in a colander, and run them under cold water to stop the cooking quickly. When the noodles are completely cool, shake the colander vigorously to remove as much water as possible (if the noodles are too wet, they will dilute the dressing).
  • Divide the noodles among four bowls. Drizzle the dressing over the noodles (use all of the dressing, as the noodles will soak it up). Top with the corn, watercress, tomatoes, avocados and cucumbers. Toss before eating.

SPICY SEARED AHI TUNA SALAD WITH SESAME GINGER DRESSING



SPICY SEARED AHI TUNA SALAD WITH SESAME GINGER DRESSING image

Categories     Salad     Leafy Green     Fry     Low Carb     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Grill/Barbecue

Yield 2 people

Number Of Ingredients 21

8 ounce wild caught fresh Ahi tuna steak (I used Hawaiian Bigeye, ask your fishmonger for tuna that is suitable to eat raw)
1 Tablespoon black sesame seeds
1 Tablespoon sesame seeds
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
Kosher salt
1 teaspoon canola oil
Salad:
4 cups organic mixed greens (I used a blend of spring greens and baby spinach)
2-3 Tablespoons shelled edamame (optional)
3 Tablespoons diced red bell pepper (optional)
fresh lime (optional)
Dressing/Dipping Sauce (makes 1/2 cup):
1/4 cup plus 1 Tablespoon O Ginger Rice Vinegar (O Yuzu Rice Vinegar would work well, too)
1/4 cup toasted sesame oil
1 1/2 Tablespoons tahini paste (I used Artisana Organic Tahini that I found at Whole Foods, but any tahini paste will work)
1 Tablespoon honey
1 large clove garlic, finely minced
1 teaspoon finely minced fresh ginger (less than a one inch knob)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Sesame Ginger Dressing
Whisk all the dressing/dipping sauce ingredients together until emulsified and well blended.

Steps:

  • Using your hands, coat both sides of the tuna with the sesame seed mixture. Pat and press to be sure it's well coated. Heat non-stick skillet to high and add canola oil to coat bottom of pan. Skillet should be extremely hot, then place sesame-coated tuna in pan and allow to sear for 45 seconds then flip and sear another 45 seconds. Pulling it all together: Mix ingredients for salad (mixed greens, edamame, bell pepper) together and toss with a small amount of dressing. Arrange on plates and top with the sliced tuna. Serve with extra dressing on the side to dip your tuna in.

CHINESE CABBAGE SALAD WITH SESAME DRESSING



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Homemade sesame dressing jazzes up a simple, 15-minute cabbage salad.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons rice or white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons sesame seed, toasted
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper
2 cups finely shredded napa (Chinese) cabbage (8 oz)
1/4 cup chopped jicama
1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/4 cup coarsely shredded carrot

Steps:

  • In tightly covered container, shake all dressing ingredients.
  • In medium glass or plastic bowl, toss salad ingredients and dressing. Cover and refrigerate until serving time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 170 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

SESAME-MISO SALAD DRESSING



Sesame-Miso Salad Dressing image

Try this dressing on a salad of thinly sliced carrots, cucumbers, baby spinach, and sliced oranges.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 10m

Yield Makes 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons white miso
3 tablespoons white or brown rice vinegar
1 tablespoon light-brown sugar
2 teaspoons spicy toasted sesame oil
1/3 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup plain (not toasted) sesame oil or vegetable oil
1 scallion, minced

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl whisk together miso, vinegar, sugar, and toasted sesame oil until smooth. Whisk in orange juice. In a steady stream, slowly whisk in the plain sesame oil until smooth. Stir in scallion.

SWEET AND SOUR SESAME SEED SALAD DRESSING



Sweet and Sour Sesame Seed Salad Dressing image

A great dressing to serve on many types of salads. We use it on Mandarin Chicken Salad.

Provided by ANTHONYTHEOBALD

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup yellow onion, chopped
1 ½ cups white sugar
2 teaspoons dry mustard powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons soy sauce
⅔ cup rice vinegar
2 cups canola oil
¼ cup toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Puree the onion in a blender until smooth. Strain through a fine mesh strainer. Reserve 3 tablespoons of onion juice; discard the remaining pulp.
  • Combine the sugar, mustard powder, and salt in the bowl of an electric mixer. Use the paddle attachment to mix the sugar until the spices are evenly blended. Pour in the reserved onion juice, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Mix for several minutes until the sugar has begun to dissolve. Slowly drizzle in the canola oil with the mixer running at a medium-high speed. Add the toasted sesame seeds and continue mixing 1 minute more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.9 calories, Carbohydrate 13.2 g, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 105.2 mg, Sugar 12.6 g

MISO SESAME SALAD DRESSING



Miso Sesame Salad Dressing image

A delicate and creamy Asian style miso salad dressing flavored with sesame tahini and lemon juice. Great over delicate greens or baby spinach for a delicious and easy salad!

Provided by Margaret

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

⅔ cup warm water
⅓ cup white miso
⅓ cup tahini
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Place the water, white miso, tahini, garlic, and lemon juice into a blender. Cover, and puree until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 55.2 calories, Carbohydrate 3.6 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 292.8 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

QUINOA AND WILD RICE SALAD WITH GINGER SESAME DRESSING



Quinoa and Wild Rice Salad With Ginger Sesame Dressing image

I like to use a mixture of grains in salads and pilafs. The fluffy, pale quinoa in this gingery salad contrasts nicely with the dark, chewy wild rice. You can serve this as a one-dish meal, a starter or a side dish.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 10m

Yield Serves four to six

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups cooked quinoa
1 cup cooked wild rice
Salt to taste
1 red bell pepper, cut in 2-inch strips
1 cup diced cucumber
1 cup edamame
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
3 tablespoons chopped or thinly sliced spring onions or scallions
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger (more to taste)
1 small garlic clove, minced
Pinch of cayenne
Salt to taste
1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons Asian sesame oil
1/3 cup canola oil
Leaf lettuce or radicchio for serving optional

Steps:

  • Toss together all of the salad ingredients.
  • Whisk together the dressing ingredients. Toss with the salad ingredients, and serve - if desired, over a bed of lettuce or radicchio leaves.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 284, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 408 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

KOREAN SALAD WITH SESAME DRESSING



Korean Salad with Sesame Dressing image

This Salad is usually eaten along with Galbi (Korean BBQ short ribs)

Provided by funinthesun

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 head red leaf lettuce
4 green onions (white part only)
¼ cup soy sauce
5 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons white sugar
¼ cup distilled white vinegar
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Wash, rinse and dry lettuce leaves; cut into bite-size pieces and place in a salad bowl. Slice the white parts of the green onions lengthwise into long thin strips (if they curl as you slice them, they are perfectly thin); add the sliced onions to the salad bowl.
  • In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, water, white sugar, vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
  • Directly before serving, pour the dressing over the lettuce and green onions in the salad bowl and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6.1 g, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 740.1 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

ORIENTAL CHICKEN SALAD WITH HONEY-SESAME DRESSING



Oriental Chicken Salad With Honey-Sesame Dressing image

This is my version of Applebee's Oriental Chicken Salad....Wonderful flavors of sweet sesame and honey. This one will be a family favorite for sure!

Provided by AZ Food Critic

Categories     Asian

Time 26m

Yield 8 cups, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 -3 boneless chicken breasts
2 large eggs, slightly beaten
4 tablespoons milk
1 1/2 cups corn flakes, crushed
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup oil (for frying)
3/4 cup honey
1/3 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
6 -8 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
1 large carrot, shredded
4 scallions, chopped (green onions)
1 cup red cabbage, chopped
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1 cup chow mein noodles

Steps:

  • Cut chicken breasts into thin cubes or strips, set aside.
  • In a pie plate or shallow dish, beat eggs with 4 tablespoons milk. In another pie plate or shallow dish, add crushed corn flake crumbs, flour, salt, pepper and garlic powder, mix until well blended. Set aside.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together honey, vinegar, mayonnaise, mustard and sesame oil. Chill for 20-30 minutes. (Unused dressing will keep in refrigerator for up to 30 days).
  • In a large size skillet, add 1/4 cup oil on medium heat, when oil is hot, dip chicken into egg mixture and then in crumb mixture, place chicken in hot oil and fry to a golden brown on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Drain chicken pieces on a plate lined with paper towels, to drain. Keep warm.
  • In a large size mixing or salad bowl, add romaine lettuce, shredded carrot, scallions, cabbage, almonds and chow mein noodles, toss salad to incorporate salad mixture, pour in salad dressing over top and continue to toss until well coated with dressing. Serve salad in individual salad plates and top with an even amount of crispy chicken per plate.
  • Makes 4 servings.

WATERCRESS SALAD WITH SOY-SESAME DRESSING



Watercress Salad With Soy-Sesame Dressing image

Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 bunch watercress
1 head endive
1/2 of an orange, peeled
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar (or more to taste)
1 tablespoon dark sesame oil
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Trim the stalks from the watercress. Wash and spin dry the leaves. Rinse the endive and slice it lengthwise into thin slivers. Place the endive in a salad bowl with the watercress.
  • Remove the pith from the orange segments and cut them into small pieces.
  • In a small bowl, combine the garlic with the soy sauce, the vinegar and the sesame and olive oils. Crush the garlic into the dressing with a fork, and then remove it. Season the dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Toss the salad in the dressing and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 165, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 180 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

COLD EGGPLANT SALAD WITH SESAME DRESSING



Cold Eggplant Salad With Sesame Dressing image

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 to 6 small to medium eggplants, or 1 large one, about 1 1/2 pounds
Salt
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
2 tablespoons soy sauce, or to taste
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Trim eggplant, and cut into cubes of 1/2 to 1 inch. If using large eggplant, sprinkle with salt, put in a colander, and let sit at least 30 minutes, preferably an hour. Rinse.
  • Boil large pot of water. Blanch eggplant in boiling water 2 minutes, no more. It will become just tender. Drain in colander as you would pasta.
  • Toast sesame seeds in small dry skillet over medium heat, shaking frequently until they color slightly. Dry eggplant with paper towels. Combine remaining ingredients, and toss with eggplant and sesame seeds in bowl. Serve at room temperature, or refrigerate until ready to serve. Covered well, the salad will remain flavorful for a day.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 192, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 42 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 21 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 1634 milligrams, Sugar 25 grams

ASIAN PEAR AND WATERCRESS SALAD WITH SESAME DRESSING



Asian Pear and Watercress Salad with Sesame Dressing image

Categories     Salad     Ginger     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Fall     Asian Pear     Watercress     Sesame     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

For dressing
1 (1/2-inch-thick) slice peeled fresh ginger
1/4 cup Asian sesame paste* or smooth peanut butter
3 tablespoons Asian sesame oil*
1/4 cup rice vinegar (not seasoned)
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon Asian chile paste with garlic*
1/2 teaspoon salt
For salad
1 1/2 lb Asian pear (1 large or 2 medium)
4 cups trimmed watercress sprigs (from 2 bunches; 10 oz)
1 carrot, finely shredded
*Available at some Asian markets and by mail order from Ethnic Grocer (800-523-1961).

Steps:

  • Make dressing:
  • Blend all dressing ingredients in a blender until smooth.
  • Prepare salad:
  • Peel pear and cut into 1/8- to 1/4-inch-thick julienne, then transfer to a bowl.
  • Combine watercress and pear in a bowl, then season with salt and pepper and toss gently. Divide among plates, then drizzle with some dressing and sprinkle with carrot.

FRAGRANT SESAME DRESSING FOR ORZO SALAD



Fragrant Sesame Dressing for Orzo Salad image

From a cookbook put out by a restaurant in Philadelphia called The Frog Commissary. The oil was reduced from the original recipe. This has a subtle sesame, orange, ginger flavor which goes well with flank steak or leg of lamb.

Provided by Oolala

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons sesame oil
1/2 cup rice vinegar or 1/2 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons dry sherry
1/2 teaspoon orange rind, grated
1 teaspoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons scallions, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon ginger, minced
1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, crushed
1 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons cilantro, minced
1 (16 ounce) box orzo pasta
1 cup carrot, shredded
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup pine nuts, lightly toasted

Steps:

  • Cook orzo according to directions on box.
  • Mix all other ingredients and blend over pasta and chill.
  • Add raisins, shredded carrots, and pine nuts, and mix gently.
  • Note, this can be made 1 day ahead of when you plan to serve it, just don't add the carrots or pinenuts until just before serving so they will remain crunchy.

TURKEY-MIXED GREENS SALAD WITH STRAWBERRIES, KIWI AND CASHEWS IN HONEY-SESAME DRESSING



Turkey-Mixed Greens Salad with Strawberries, Kiwi and Cashews in Honey-Sesame Dressing image

Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (1 1/2-pound) reserved cooked turkey tenderloin, sliced
4 cups mixed greens
1 cup sliced strawberries
2 sliced kiwi
1/2 cup dry-roasted, salted cashews
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons sesame oil
2 teaspoons honey mustard
Salt and ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cut turkey into bite-size pieces and set aside.
  • Arrange the mixed greens on salad plates or large serving platter. Top with turkey, strawberries, kiwi, and cashews.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together broth, honey, sesame oil, and honey mustard. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Pour mixture over turkey and spinach salad.

ORZO SALAD WITH FRAGRANT SESAME DRESSING



ORZO SALAD WITH FRAGRANT SESAME DRESSING image

Categories     Salad     Pasta     Side     No-Cook     Vegetarian

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

Fragrant Sesame Dressing
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 cup corn oil
1/2 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons rice wine or dry sherry
1/2 teaspoon orange rind
1 teaspoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions
1 teaspoon minced ginger
1/2 teaspoon garlic
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon white sugar
2 tablespoons minced fresh coriander or parsley
Salad
1 pound uncooked orzo
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 pounds shredded carrots
2 cups yellow raisins
1 cup pine nuts, lightly
1/4 cup sesame oil

Steps:

  • Cook the orzo in rapidly boiling water until tender-about 7-10 minutes, or according to package instructions. Refresh under cold water, drain well, and let rest 2-3 minutes. Toss with the sesame oil. Cool completely. Combine with the carrots, raisins, pine nuts and dressing.

CHICKEN NOODLE SALAD WITH CREAMY SESAME DRESSING



Chicken Noodle Salad With Creamy Sesame Dressing image

This substantial salad makes use of the same dressing, with more rice vinegar, that I used for my sesame noodle salad earlier this week.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     salads and dressings

Time 40m

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups shredded poached chicken breast (1 whole breast on the bone; see below)
9 ounces udon or soba
1 tablespoon dark sesame oil
1/2 pound baby bok choy ---blanch until water comes back to boil then slice
1 Persian cucumber or 1/3 European cucumber, cut in 2-inch julienne
1 stalk celery, cut in 2-inch julienne
1/2 to 1 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 cup chopped scallions
1-2 serrano peppers, minced (optional)
3 tablespoons tahini (a runny variety if possible, available in Middle Eastern markets)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/4 cup seasoned rice wine vinegar
1 to 2 teaspoons hot red pepper oil (to taste)
Pinch of cayenne
2 teaspoons finely minced fresh ginger or 1 teaspoon ginger juice
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/4 cup vegetable or chicken broth or water (more to taste)

Steps:

  • To poach the chicken breast, combine 1 quart water with 1 quartered onion, 4 thick slices of ginger, 2 crushed whole garlic cloves and salt to taste in a 2-quart saucepan, and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts, and bring back to a simmer. Skim off any foam that rises. Cover partially, reduce the heat to low and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through (it should register 160 on a meat thermometer at the thickest section). Allow the chicken to cool in the broth if there is time. Remove the chicken from the broth when cool enough to handle. Remove and discard the skin. Remove from the bone and shred, pulling strips of chicken off the top of the breast. Pull with the grain and the meat will come apart naturally. Strain the chicken broth, and refrigerate overnight. The next morning, skim off and discard the fat, and freeze the broth in smaller containers or freezer bags.
  • Cook the noodles. Drain, rinse with cold water and drain well. Toss in a bowl with 1 tablespoon sesame oil and refrigerate while you prepare the other ingredients.
  • Bring a medium pot of water to a boil, add salt if desired and add the bok choy. Blanch for 1 minute and transfer to a bowl of cold water. Drain and squeeze out excess water. Slice crosswise and add to the noodles. Add the remaining ingredients. Season if desired with salt and pepper.
  • Whisk together all of the ingredients for the dressing. Toss with the salad and serve, or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 395, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 23 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 499 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips for Making the Best Sesame Salad Dressing:

  • Use high-quality sesame oil: This is the key ingredient in the dressing, so make sure to use a good quality oil that has a rich, nutty flavor.
  • Toast the sesame seeds: This will bring out their flavor and make them more fragrant. You can toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat for a few minutes, or in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 5-10 minutes.
  • Use fresh ginger and garlic: These ingredients add a lot of flavor to the dressing, so make sure to use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
  • Adjust the sweetness and acidity to your taste: The amount of honey and rice vinegar you use will depend on your personal preferences. Start with a small amount of each and adjust to taste.
  • Use the dressing immediately or store it in the refrigerator for later use: The dressing will keep for up to a week in the refrigerator.

Conclusion:

Sesame salad dressing is a delicious and versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of salads. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its nutty flavor and slightly sweet and tangy taste, sesame salad dressing is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

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