Description
This Thousand Island Dressing is the kind of homemade condiment that instantly makes salads, burgers, wraps, and sandwiches more exciting. It is creamy, tangy, slightly sweet, and full of that classic deli-style flavor people love. I make it with simple pantry staples, and it comes together in minutes, which makes it perfect for quick lunch ideas, easy side dishes, healthy snack boards, and simple homemade sauce recipes. Whether you need an easy dressing for salad night, a flavorful burger spread, or a quick dip for veggies and fries, this easy recipe delivers big flavor with very little effort.
Ingredients
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon finely minced onion
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Add the mayonnaise and ketchup to a medium mixing bowl and stir until smooth and evenly combined.
2. Mix in the sweet pickle relish, white vinegar, and finely minced onion.
3. Add the paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper, then stir until the dressing is fully blended.
4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes so the flavors can meld.
5. Stir once more before serving, then use on salads, sandwiches, burgers, or as a dip.
Notes
For the best flavor, let the dressing chill before serving so the relish, onion, and seasonings blend into the creamy base.
If you prefer a smoother dressing, grate the onion very finely or pulse the finished dressing a few times for a more even texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dressing
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: thousand island dressing, homemade dressing, easy dressing, salad dressing, burger sauce, sandwich spread, dipping sauce, quick recipe, food ideas