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Oil-based, energy-dense salad dressing with sesame flavor
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Sesame oil salad dressing (30 g) has 171 calories. That works out to 570 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.3 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 18 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its 2.4 mg of Vitamin E covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
171
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
2.3g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
18g
· 23% DV
Fiber
0.1g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 5% · Protein 0% · Fat 95%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 171 kcal | |
| Total fat | 18 g | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 2.55 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 234 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.3 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 29 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 20 g | 114 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 171 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 35 g | 200 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 45 g | 257 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 60 g | 342 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 570 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 684 kcal |
Calculated from 570 calories per 100 g.
Sesame oil salad dressing tastes nutty and savory, with a stronger toasted flavor when made with toasted sesame oil. Acidity from vinegar or citrus balances the richness, while additions such as ginger or garlic make the flavor more pronounced.
You can make sesame oil salad dressing by whisking sesame oil with vinegar or citrus juice and seasonings. Shake the ingredients in a sealed jar, taste, then adjust the acidity or seasoning before dressing the salad.
Homemade sesame oil salad dressing should be kept covered in the refrigerator and used within a few days. For a bottled dressing, follow its storage instructions after opening, since ingredients and preservation methods vary.
Sesame oil salad dressing separates because oil and vinegar or citrus juice do not stay mixed on their own. Shake it in a jar just before serving; a little mustard can help the ingredients stay combined longer.
Yes, sesame oil salad dressing works well on cold noodles, especially with vegetables, ginger, or a splash of soy sauce. Toss it through while the noodles are cool so the dressing coats them instead of turning greasy.
Yes, sesame oil salad dressing can flavor vegetables, tofu, chicken, or meat before cooking. Keep any dressing that touched raw ingredients separate from the portion you plan to serve, and do not reuse it uncooked.
Sesame oil salad dressing made with toasted sesame oil has a deeper, more intense nutty aroma; untoasted sesame oil tastes milder. If toasted oil overwhelms the other ingredients, blend it with a neutral oil rather than adding more seasoning.
To make sesame oil salad dressing taste lighter, increase the vinegar or citrus juice and use plenty of fresh herbs or aromatics. Whisk in water a little at a time if you want a thinner coating without adding more oil.
Sesame oil salad dressing pairs especially well with crunchy cabbage, carrot, cucumber, and leafy greens. It also complements salads with edamame or noodles, where its nutty flavor works alongside fresh vegetables and savory seasonings.
Sesame oil salad dressing can fit into a balanced meal, but it is energy-dense, so the amount you pour matters. Use enough to lightly coat the ingredients, or add extra citrus or vinegar for a brighter, less oily-tasting salad.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
2.4mg · 16% DV
Vitamin K
10.5µg · 9% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
234mg · 10% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Phosphorus
3.6mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
14mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 171 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g):
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Sesame oil salad dressing gets its distinctive flavour from sesame oil, often balanced with an acidic ingredient such as vinegar or citrus and other seasonings. Recipes vary, and sesame oil is especially familiar in East Asian cooking, but the dressing works across many cuisines. Its aroma can be toasty and nutty, while the texture is usually pourable and coats leaves readily.
Use it on leafy salads, chilled noodles or cooked vegetables, adding it just before serving. It is oil-based and energy-dense: 100 g provides 570 kcal. Start with a small drizzle, then adjust to taste; a splash of lemon juice or vinegar can make the dressing feel lighter and help it coat a larger bowl of salad.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.55g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
6.15g
Omega 6:3 ratio 50:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (50:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.