Ginger Vinaigrette

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Melissa Rubel Jacobson says the easiest way to peel fresh ginger for this punchy Asian-inspired vinaigrette is to scrape it with the edge of a spoon. She then grates it on a Microplane zester (other fine graters work well, too) before using it in the dressing.Plus: More Perfect Salad Dressings Great Green Salads

Ginger Vinaigrette
Photo: © Tina Rupp
Yield:
Makes 2/3 cup
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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup rice vinegar

  • 1 ½ tablespoons sugar

  • 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger

  • ¼ cup vegetable oil

  • Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar with the sugar and grated ginger until the sugar is dissolved. Whisk in the vegetable oil and season the vinaigrette with salt and pepper.

Originally appeared: June 2009

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