Heart-Healthy Classic Western Dressing
Transform your salads and veggie platters with this "Heart-Healthy Classic Western Dressing," a better-for-you twist on the beloved retro condiment. Featuring olive oil mayonnaise and unsweetened ketchup as a creamy, tangy base, this quick 10-minute recipe is perfectly balanced with a hint of natural sweetness from honey and a zing of apple cider vinegar. A blend of classic spices like paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder adds depth of flavor, while a touch of water ensures the ideal consistency. This homemade dressing is not only delicious but also lightweight and refined-sugar-free, making it an excellent choice for health-conscious eaters. Serve it over crisp greens or pair it with fresh veggie sticks for a guilt-free dip that will satisfy every craving.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup olive oil mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup unsweetened ketchup
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine olive oil mayonnaise and unsweetened ketchup, stirring well to merge the creamy and tangy base.
Add apple cider vinegar and honey to the bowl, mixing until the mixture becomes smooth and well-blended.
Season the mixture with paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Whisk the spices into the dressing base thoroughly until evenly distributed.
Gradually add water to the bowl, one tablespoon at a time, stirring constantly to achieve your desired dressing consistency.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or honey to balance flavors according to personal preference.
Transfer the dressing into an airtight glass jar or container. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve heart-healthy classic western dressing over fresh green salads, or use it as a dip for raw vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1778 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 173.3 g | 222% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.6 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 79 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 3186 mg | 139% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.8 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.4 g | ||
| Protein | 2.4 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 59 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 590 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
