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Homemade Miso Honey Vinaigrette: The Perfect Balance of Sweet, Tangy & Umami
Miso Honey Vinaigrette
8 mins
Cooking Time
Easy
Difficulty
6
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A delicious salad dressing can make even the simplest greens feel like a gourmet dish, and Miso Honey Vinaigrette is a fantastic example of that. This dressing harmonises sweet, tangy, and savoury notes in a way that feels perfectly balanced and wonderfully comforting.
The main ingredient here is miso, a traditional Japanese paste made from fermented soybeans. Miso is known for its rich, deep umami flavour. When you blend it with honey, rice vinegar, and olive oil, it transforms into a dressing that’s smooth, slightly sweet, and pleasantly tangy. Adding just a hint of sesame oil and soy sauce enhances the depth and aroma beautifully.
This vinaigrette pairs perfectly with light green salads, but it really takes off when you drizzle it over roasted vegetables, grain bowls, grilled chicken, fish, or even tofu. Just a spoonful can enhance the flavour of your dish. Another fantastic aspect of Miso Honey Vinaigrette is how quick and easy it is to prepare. You only need a few ingredients from your pantry and about five minutes to make it. Just whisk everything together until it’s smooth and creamy. It’s one of those easy recipes that quickly becomes a beloved favourite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
UNITSIngredients
4½ tablespoonsExtra Virgin Olive Oil
3 tablespoonsRice Vinegar
1 tablespoon White Miso Paste
1½ teaspoonsHoney
¾ teaspoonSesame Oil
¾ teaspoonSoy Sauce
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Miso Honey Vinaigrette has a balanced flavour that is sweet, tangy, and savoury. The miso paste gives it a rich umami taste, while honey adds a gentle sweetness, and rice vinegar provides a light tang.
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