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Creamy French Dressing

Creamy French Dressing: The Best Homemade Flavor Boost

Discover the best homemade creamy French dressing with tangy and sweet flavors to elevate your salads and meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: French
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • 1 cup mayonnaise can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 0.25 cup ketchup low-sugar version recommended
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar white vinegar or lemon juice can be used
  • 0.33 cup extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil for a milder flavor
  • 2 tablespoons honey adjust for sweetness, can substitute with maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard yellow mustard can be used as a milder alternative
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked paprika can enhance flavor
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder can be omitted or replaced with finely diced onion
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked is ideal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the mayonnaise, ketchup, and apple cider vinegar. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Incorporate honey and Dijon mustard into the mixture, whisking thoroughly until creamy.
  3. Add paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the color is uniform.
  4. Drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while whisking vigorously for about 1 minute.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.
  6. Transfer the dressing to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Shake or stir before serving. Enjoy your dressing with salads, sandwiches, or as a veggie dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and allow the dressing to chill for full flavor development.

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