These dressings make steamed vegetables a possibility for the anti-green crowd in your nest. They're quick and easy and powerfully flavorful. Keep the ingredients on hand for the many uses they provide.
Instructions
Miso-Ginger Dressing
Combine 1 tablespoon white miso with 1 tablespoon water, and stir until smooth. Add 1 teaspoon mirin, 1 teaspoon brown-rice vinegar and 1/2 teaspoon finely grated peeled ginger. Stir again. Drizzle in 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil and whisk until combined.
Tahini Sauce
Combine 2 tablespoons tahini and 1 tablespoon water, and stir until smooth. Add 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1/2 clove garlic (crushed) and sea salt to taste. Mix to combine. If necessary, thin with more water.
Dijon Mustard Garlic Dressing
Place 1 tablespoon whole grain Dijon mustard, 2 teaspoon white balsamic vinegar, 1 clove garlic (crushed) and 2 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil in a jar and shake well.
Kimchi-Flax Dressing
Stir to combine 1 tablespoon kimchi (finely minced), 1 tablespoon juice from kimchi, 2 tablespoons flax oil and pinch red chili flakes (optional).
Olive Oil, Pepper and Lime
Place 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 4 teaspoons fresh lime juice, 2 teaspoons finely sliced scallions, pinch sea salt and pinch freshly ground black pepper in a small jar and shake well.