French Dressing

French Dressing

A tangy, tomato-tinted dressing whisked together from pantry staples in minutes.

Total 10 min Makes 16 oz Calories 140/serving

Dietary

Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Wheat free, Dairy free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher

This dressing balances sweet paprika, tangy vinegar, and rich oil into a smooth, pourable emulsion with a coral hue. Whisked or blended until thickened, it coats crisp lettuce and vegetables without overpowering them. Serve it on wedge salads or as a dip for raw vegetables.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon finely grated onion
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Method

  1. In a medium bowl or blender, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, sugar, grated onion, paprika, salt, dry mustard, garlic powder, and black pepper.

  2. Whisk or blend the mixture until the sugar dissolves and the ingredients are smooth.

  3. While whisking constantly (or with the blender running on low), slowly drizzle in the vegetable oil in a thin stream until the dressing thickens and emulsifies.

  4. Taste and adjust salt, sugar, or vinegar as needed.

  5. Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.

  6. Shake or whisk well before serving, as the dressing may separate slightly on standing.

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    French Dressing

    This dressing balances sweet paprika, tangy vinegar, and rich oil into a smooth, pourable emulsion with a coral hue. Whisked or blended until thickened, it coats crisp lettuce and vegetables without overpowering them. Serve it on wedge salads or as a dip for raw vegetables.

    10 min 16 oz 140 cal

    Ingredients

    • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
    • 1/4 cup ketchup
    • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
    • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
    • 1 tablespoon finely grated onion
    • 1 teaspoon paprika
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
    • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

    Method

    1. 1

      In a medium bowl or blender, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, sugar, grated onion, paprika, salt, dry mustard, garlic powder, and black pepper.

    2. 2

      Whisk or blend the mixture until the sugar dissolves and the ingredients are smooth.

    3. 3

      While whisking constantly (or with the blender running on low), slowly drizzle in the vegetable oil in a thin stream until the dressing thickens and emulsifies.

    4. 4

      Taste and adjust salt, sugar, or vinegar as needed.

    5. 5

      Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.

    6. 6

      Shake or whisk well before serving, as the dressing may separate slightly on standing.