Name: Peanut Salad Dressing
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: ¼ cup natural creamy peanut butter; ¼ cup rice wine vinegar; 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon honey; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; Juice of ½ lime; 1 clove garlic (grated or finely minced); 2 teaspoons ginger root (grated or finely minced)

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This Peanut Salad Dressing is made with natural peanut butter, soy sauce, fresh ginger, garlic, and lime juice. It pairs perfectly with Asian-inspired salads, noodles, grain bowls, and more. Plus, it's ready in just 5 minutes!

A bowl of peanut salad dressing with a spoon sticking out to the left.

I love peanut butter in all its forms, from peanut butter sandwiches to peanut butter cups.

But, did you know that peanut butter can also be used in savory dishes?

This Asian peanut salad dressing is the perfect example. It combines the creamy, nutty goodness of peanut butter with the savory flavors of soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.

It's fantastic drizzled over Asian-inspired salads, slaws, noodles, and grain bowls. And it also makes a great marinade or dip.

So, keep reading if you want to learn how to make the best peanut salad dressing recipe!

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Ingredient Notes

Here are some notes on the key ingredients. For the full list of ingredients, check out the recipe card below.

Natural Peanut Butter- Look for creamy peanut butter that only lists peanuts or peanuts and salt on the ingredient label. My favorite peanut butter brand is Teddie (they're from Massachusetts, like me!)
Soy Sauce- I always use low-sodium soy sauce to help control the amount of sodium in the dressing.
Rice Vinegar- Slightly sweet and tangy, rice vinegar balances the savory, umami flavors of the soy sauce and peanut butter.
Lime Juice- Fresh lime juice adds a bright, citrusy note to the dressing.
Honey- A little sweetness from honey balances the other flavors.
Sesame Oil- Adds a rich, nutty flavor that plays well with peanut butter.
Garlic- Grated garlic blends easily into the dressing, adding lots of savory garlic flavor.
Ginger- Freshly grated ginger tastes fresh and slightly spicy.

The ingredients to make peanut salad dressing. Each ingredient is labeled with text.

Tips for Success

Check peanut butter consistency. The consistency of natural peanut butter can vary quite a bit. If your peanut butter is too thick, simply microwave it for a few seconds until softened.
Whisk or shake well. The peanut butter takes a few minutes to completely dissolve and emulsify into the dressing.
Grate the garlic and ginger. Grated garlic and ginger blend easily into the dressing, giving it the best texture and flavor.
Shake before using. If you've stored your peanut ginger salad dressing in the refrigerator, give it a good shake or stir it before serving.
Get creative. Don't be afraid to experiment and make this homemade salad dressing your own. That's half the fun of cooking!

How to Make Peanut Salad Dressing

Here is how to make peanut butter dressing.

Step 1: Combine all ingredients. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl or mason jar.

Peanut salad dressing in a bowl before being mixed.

Step 2: Mix ingredients together. Whisk or shake ingredients together until well combined. Use immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.

Peanut salad dressing in a glass mixing bowl after being whisked together.

How to Store

Refrigerator- Store leftover peanut salad dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
Freezer- For longer storage, freeze leftover peanut salad dressing for up to 3 months. Keep in mind that the consistency of the dressing may change after thawing.

Peanut butter salad dressing in a clear glass bowl.

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