4 more microgreens salad dressings
Use the same method for each: add everything to a jar and shake.
| Dressing | Ingredients | Best with |
|---|---|---|
| Honey-mustard | 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp cider vinegar, 1 tsp Dijon, 1 tsp honey, salt | Sunflower, apple, seeds |
| Miso-ginger | 1 tbsp white miso, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp grated ginger, 1 tsp sesame oil, 2 tbsp water | Pea shoots, bean sprouts, cabbage |
| Tahini-lemon | 2 tbsp tahini, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2–3 tbsp water, 1 small garlic clove, salt | Lentil sprouts, grain bowls |
| Lime-chili | 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp fish sauce or soy, 1 tsp sugar, 1 small chili, 1 tbsp water | Mung bean sprouts, noodle salads |
Matching dressing to greens
- Delicate microgreens (basil, cilantro, amaranth): lemon-olive oil, used sparingly.
- Spicy microgreens (radish, mustard): honey-mustard or a touch of sweetness to balance the heat.
- Sturdy shoots (sunflower, pea): any dressing, including miso and tahini.
- Cooked bean sprouts: miso-ginger, lime-chili or sesame.
Microgreens salad dressing tips
- Dress right before eating. Salt and acid wilt microgreens fast.
- Toss with your hands for an even, light coat.
- Keep it thin. Thick dressings clump delicate leaves.
- Season the dressing well. Microgreens have flavour, but they still need salt.
Using these with sprouts
Steam or blanch bean and lentil sprouts for 1 to 3 minutes, chill them, then dress them. Cooking makes sprouts safer: the FDA says higher-risk groups should not eat raw sprouts, and Health Canada advises everyone to cook them.12
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5 Salad Dressings for Sprouts and Microgreens
Vegan · Mediterranean
Ingredients
Lemon-olive oil dressing
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1½ tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 small garlic clove, grated (optional)
- Pinch of salt and black pepper
Method
- Add all the ingredients to a small jar.
- Close the lid and shake for 20 seconds until creamy.
- Taste and adjust: more lemon for tang, more honey for sweetness.
- Drizzle lightly over the salad right before serving.
Notes
- Keeps: up to 5 days in the fridge. Shake again before using.
- Ratio: about 2 parts oil to 1 part acid works for most dressings.
- Light touch: start with half and add more if needed.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best dressing for microgreens?
A light lemon and olive oil dressing. It brightens the greens without weighing them down. Vinaigrettes and thin miso or tahini dressings also work well.
How much dressing should I use on microgreens?
Very little. About 1 tablespoon for a side salad is plenty. Toss gently with your hands so every leaf is lightly coated.
Can I use creamy dressings on microgreens?
Thin them first. Creamy dressings are heavy and make delicate greens clump. Thin a yogurt or tahini dressing with water or lemon until it pours easily.
Which dressing goes with bean sprouts?
Sesame, soy, ginger and lime flavours suit bean sprouts. Try the miso-ginger or lime-chili dressing.
Written by Michael
A passionate sprouting professional sharing practical tips for growing sprouts and microgreens at home. More about Michael
