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Sesame-Lime Vinaigrette

An unbeatable basic dressing that's equally delicious on a rice bowl, a pile of wings, or a crunchy carrot salad.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 2 cups

Ingredients

1 large shallot, finely chopped
1 cup fresh lime juice
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
½ cup toasted sesame oil
½ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Combine shallot and lime juice in a large jar or medium bowl; season with salt and pepper and let sit 10 minutes.

    Step 2

    Add sesame oil, vegetable oil, soy sauce, and honey to shallot mixture; cover and shake (or whisk) to combine. Season sesame-lime vinaigrette with salt and pepper.

    Do Ahead: Vinaigrette can be made 1 week ahead. Cover and chill. Shake to reincorporate just before serving.

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