SPICY CARROT-MISO DRESSING

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This is just one version of Amy Chaplin's Creamy Carrot dressings from her cookbook Whole Cooking Everyday. Made by blending carrots with herbs and citrus juice until creamy, these dressings are light, flavorful, and addictive.

Provided by Amy Chaplin

Categories     Salad Dressing     Healthy     Quick and Healthy     Quick & Easy     Vegan     Vegetarian     No Sugar Added     Low/No Sugar     Dairy Free

Number Of Ingredients 15

For creamy carrot dressing (base recipe):
2 medium carrots, chopped if using a high-powered blender (about 1 1/4 cups), grated if using a regular blender
1/2 cup filtered water
1/4 cup raw cashews
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lime juice
1 (3-inch) piece scallion, white and light green parts only, coarsely chopped
1 (1/2-inch) slice of a large garlic clove
1/2 tsp. fine sea salt, plus more to taste
1 tsp. tamari, plus more to taste
For spicy carrot-miso dressing:
1 recipe Creamy Carrot Dressing, omitting the salt and using brown rice vinegar in place of the lime juice
1 Tbsp. unpasteurized chickpea miso or sweet white miso
1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped (finely chopped if using a regular blender)
1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper, plus more to taste

Steps:

  • Base recipe:
  • Combine the carrots, water, cashews, olive oil, lime juice, scallion, garlic, salt, and tamari in an upright blender and blend until completely smooth; this will take at least 1 minute. Scrape down the sides with a rubber spatula and blend again. Adjust the seasoning to taste and blend again. Use immediately, or store in a glass jar in the fridge for up to 3 days. Shake well before using. The dressing will thicken once chilled; thin it out with a little water if needed.
  • Spicy carrot-miso dressing:
  • Make the dressing following the instructions for the base recipe, adding the miso, ginger, and cayenne to the blender along with the other ingredients. Adjust the seasoning with cayenne as well as more salt to taste.

Sharon Bagala
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Can I use this dressing as a marinade for chicken?


Iqbal Pro
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I'm on a low-carb diet. Do you have any suggestions for how I can make this dressing more keto-friendly?


Hima Adhikari
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I'm allergic to sesame seeds. Can I substitute something else?


Sharon Ferebee
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This recipe is missing some key ingredients. It doesn't specify how much carrot to use or what kind of vinegar to use.


Jason Moltic
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I followed the recipe exactly and my dressing turned out really runny. I had to add more cornstarch to thicken it up.


Md Urman
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I didn't really like this dressing. It was too spicy for my taste.


ROYALGAMER
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I thought this dressing was okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Saikat Ss
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This dressing is a keeper! I've already made it twice and I'm planning on making it again next week.


Pau t t
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I love the spicy kick of this dressing. It really wakes up my taste buds.


Lauren O'Neill
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It was easy to make and tasted delicious! I'll definitely be making this again.


Sammie Raye
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This is a great recipe. The dressing is flavorful and versatile. I've used it on salads, as a marinade for grilled chicken, and even as a dipping sauce for spring rolls.


Crystal Henry
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I tried this dressing on a whim and I'm so glad I did! It's now my go-to dressing for grilled vegetables.


Lexie Wood
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I love this dressing! It's so easy to make and it adds a ton of flavor to my favorite Asian-inspired dishes.


bisma gujjar
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This dressing was an absolute hit at my last dinner party! The spicy carrot flavor was perfectly balanced with the creamy miso, and it added a unique and flavorful twist to my salad.