Cilantro & Green Tea Salad Dressing Recipe
Elevate your salads with the fresh and invigorating flavors of this Cilantro Green Tea Salad Dressing, a delightful fusion inspired by the aromatic herbs and the vibrant traditions of Japanese green tea. This recipe combines the zesty notes of cilantro with the earthy essence and benefits of green tea powder, creating a dressing that is both refreshing and healthful. Ideal for enhancing any salad, this dressing not only adds a burst of flavor but also brings the numerous health benefits of green tea to your plate.
The unique blend of cilantro and premium sencha green tea powder is complemented by a balanced mix of tangy and savory elements, including rice vinegar and a hint of soy sauce. The result is a versatile dressing that adds a complex, layered flavor to your favorite greens and vegetables. Each ingredient is thoughtfully chosen to enhance the overall taste and nutritional profile, providing a refreshing sensory experience that enlivens any dish.
Two other dressings we love are the Ginger Lime Matcha Dressing as well as a Green Tea Vinaigrette. Give them a try!
Cilantro & Green Tea Salad Dressing
This Cilantro Green Tea Salad Dressing combines the zesty freshness of cilantro with the earthy notes of matcha, creating a vibrant and healthful addition to any salad. Perfect for enhancing your greens, this easy-to-make dressing offers a delightful and nutritious sensory experience with every drizzle.
- Author
- Kiyomi Koike
- Prep Time
- 5 minutes
- Cook Time
- 0 minutes
- Servings
- ⅔ cup
- Category
Cooking Aid
- Cuisine
Asian
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cup Fresh Cilantro Leaves or 1 cup Cilantro Leaves and ½ cup Fresh Flat Leaf Italian Parsley
- ½-1 tsp Yu Sencha
- ¼ cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese or you can omit from dressing and just sprinkle over salad
- 1 tsp Grated Lime Zest
- 1-2 Tbsp Lime Juice
- 1 large Garlic Clove
- 5 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 Tbsp Japanese Vinegar, brown
- 1-3 tsp Filtered Water
- ½-1 Juice of Lemon to taste
- Ground Pepper & Sea Salt To Taste
Directions
- Place all ingredients in a blender and blend.
- Chill in a glass container.
- A few minutes before use, set out to warm. Drizzle or spoon over salads or grain bowls.
- Keeps for 1 month in refrigerator.