Carrot and Ginger Salad Dressing

Ingredients:

• 1 medium carrot, coarsely chopped
• 1 tsp. brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons chopped ginger root
• 2 teaspoons soy sauce
• 2 tbsp. l. rice vinegar
• 2 tsp sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Preparation:

1. Pour 1 cup of water into a small saucepan, add carrots, bring to a boil, and simmer over medium heat for about 15 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of liquid. Pat the carrots dry.
2. Blend the carrots and cooking liquid until smooth. Add the ginger, brown sugar, vinegar, lemon juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, and a teaspoon of salt. Blend until smooth.
   
   Nutritional value for 2 tbsp. salad dressing: Calories 17 kcal; Fat 1 g; Protein 0 g; Carbohydrates 2 g.