Miso Caesar Salad Dressing

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons white miso paste

• 1/4 cup olive oil

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)

• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional for extra richness)

• 1 clove garlic, finely minced or grated

• 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for balance)

• 1–2 tablespoons water (to adjust consistency, as needed)

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions:

• -In a medium bowl, whisk together the miso paste, olive oil, lemon juice, and rice vinegar until smooth and emulsified.

• -Add the Dijon mustard, garlic, Parmesan cheese (if using), and honey/maple syrup. Whisk until well combined.

• -Add 1–2 tablespoons of water as needed to thin the dressing to your desired consistency.