French Dressing Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
1 min
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Cook Time
1 min
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Total Time
2 mins
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Servings
16 servings (2 tbsp each)
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Calories
121 kcal
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Cuisine
American
French Dressing Recipe
Description
The recipe for French Dressing calls for granulated sugar, ketchup, light olive oil, white vinegar, celery seed, chili powder, dried mustard, onion powder, paprika, and salt. These are processed together until smooth, producing a dressing with a balance of sweetness, acidity, and spice. The sugar level is high compared to typical vinaigrettes, creating a recognizable sweet profile commonly associated with certain regional dressings.
The dressing should be stored in the refrigerator and used within a few days, as it lacks preservatives. It can be made ahead to allow the flavors to develop further. This dressing works well on a variety of salads, including taco, garden, wedge, or Cobb salads, adding a sweet and tangy complement.
Adjust the sugar to taste if less sweetness is preferred. Use light olive oil to keep the flavor mild, allowing the spices and acidity to be prominent. Regular paprika is recommended over smoked or hot varieties to maintain classic flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar (see note 1)
- 2/3 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup olive oil see note 2, light
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/8 teaspoon paprika (see note 3)
- salt to taste
Instructions
- In a food processor or blender, add sugar, ketchup, olive oil, white vinegar, celery seed, chili powder, dried mustard, onion powder, paprika, and salt to taste (I like 2 teaspoons). Process until smooth and store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Notes
- The sugar level creates the signature sweet taste; reduce incrementally to suit your preference.
- Use light olive oil for a milder flavor that lets other seasonings stand out.
- Regular paprika is preferred to keep the dressing's classic taste.
- Store homemade dressing in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; shake before use if separation occurs.
- Make dressing up to 3 days ahead to allow flavors to fully develop.
- This dressing complements salads such as taco salad, garden salad, wedge salad, and Cobb salad well.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16servings (2 tbsp each)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 121 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2tbsp | |
| Calories | 121kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 92mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 35mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 78IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 4mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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