Tangy French Dressing
Elevate your salad game with this quick and easy Tangy French Dressing—a bold and zesty homemade alternative to store-bought dressings! Crafted with pantry staples like ketchup, white vinegar, and olive oil, this dressing gets its signature tang from a splash of lemon juice and Dijon mustard. Hints of garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika add depth, while a touch of sugar balances the vibrant flavors. Ready in just 5 minutes, this versatile dressing doubles as a marinade or dipping sauce and pairs beautifully with crisp greens or roasted vegetables. Refrigerate to let the flavors meld, and enjoy a perfectly smooth, restaurant-quality dressing that's sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Ketchup
- 0.25 cup White vinegar
- 0.5 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the ketchup, white vinegar, olive oil, and water. Whisk until well incorporated.
Add the granulated sugar, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard to the bowl. Whisk again until the sugar dissolves completely.
Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until all ingredients are fully blended and the dressing is smooth.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, sugar, or vinegar to suit your preference.
Transfer the dressing to a clean jar or airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Shake or stir well before serving. Drizzle over salads, use as a dip, or as a marinade for your favorite dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1247 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.2 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.4 g | 87% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1796 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.3 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.7 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 20 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 118 mg | 3% | |
*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.
