If you’re looking for a quick and unique way to elevate your salad, my Rice Vinaigrette Dressing is exactly what you need! This simple, sweet, and tangy dressing is based on my mom’s recipe, and it adds a burst of flavor that will make any salad special. It’s easy to whip up and will bring a one-of-a-kind touch to your next meal—trust me, you’ll want to try this!
Why I Love This Recipe
I crafted this Rice Vinaigrette Dressing as a quick and easy way to add delicious, one-of-a-kind flavor to any salad! Made with a base of rice vinegar and sweetener, this dressing is tangy, sweet, and just a bit peppery similar to a Chinese Chicken Salad Dressing – perfect for pairing with all kinds of greens like lettuce or cabbage. It’s a recipe my mom used for her Ramen Cabbage Salad and Asian Cabbage Salad, one of my all-time favorites, and it’s something you just can’t find in stores!
The best part? It takes just a minute to make and can be stored for weeks, so you can enjoy it whenever you like. This dressing is a must-have for anyone who loves to make homemade, flavorful dressings—trust me, you’ll be hooked after the first bite!
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Neutral Oil – no taste or flavor. Some choices are sunflower oil, peanut oil, sallower oil, vegetable oil, and canola oil.
- 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar – Rice Vinegar distilled from rice used in Asian cuisine.
- 1 1/2 tbsp Sweetener – use your preferred sweetener.
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper – ground.
- 1/8 tsp Salt – sea salt preferred.
- 1/4 tsp Soy Sauce – low-sodium Soy Sauce preferred. Can also use tamari for gluten-free.
Directions
Step 1 Whisk together oil, rice vinegar, sweetener, black pepper, salt, and soy sauce in a bowl. Once well combined, transfer the mixture into a salad dressing bottle.
🥗 Serving Pro Tip
Before serving, make sure to Mix the Dressing Well, as it tends to settle over time.
Pairing Recommendations
This dressing is great with green cabbage, green lettuce, or romaine lettuce. Try it on shredded cabbage for my Asian Cabbage Salad, or add crushed ramen for an extra crunch and make my Ramen Cabbage Salad. These salads make perfect pairings!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different type of vinegar?
Rice vinegar is ideal for this recipe, but you can substitute it with white wine vinegar for a slightly different flavor.
What type of salad does this dressing go best with?
This dressing is perfect for any green salad, especially ones made with cabbage or lettuce. It pairs wonderfully with salads that have a bit of crunch, like those topped with wonton strips, almonds, or plain croutons.
Storage Tips
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator, where they will remain good for 14 to 21 days.
Other Recipes You Might Like
- Caesar Dressing
- Japanese Ginger Salad Dressing
- Korean BBQ Soy Salad Dressing
- Japanese Sesame Dressing
Watch How To Make It
Rice Vinaigrette Dressing
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Oil neutral, no flavor
- 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar
- 1 1/2 tbsp Sweetener
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/8 tsp Salt
- ¼ tsp Soy Sauce
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients.
- Combine the oil, rice vinegar, sweetener, black pepper, salt, and soy sauce in a bowl and whisk until fully blended. Then, pour the dressing into a salad dressing bottle.
Nutrition
*Values Based Per Serving
