Thousand Island Dressing Recipe
This thousand Island dressing recipe has a rich, creamy texture balanced by gentle sweetness, light tanginess, and a subtle hint of paprika.Sweet pickle relish adds tiny bursts of texture, while fresh onion gives a pleasant, crisp finish. The smooth consistency makes it easy to spread on burgers, drizzle over salads, or serve as a dip for vegetables and fries.
Equipment
- Medium mixing bowl
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring spoons
- Small whisk or spoon
- Rubber spatula
- Airtight storage jar or container
Ingredients
- 1 cup quality mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup ketchup or chili sauce for a deeper flavor
- 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons finely minced sweet onion
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
Instructions
Step 1:
- Place the mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet paprika, sweet pickle relish, fresh lemon juice, minced onion, and kosher salt into a medium mixing bowl.
Step 2:
- Whisk everything together until the dressing becomes smooth, creamy, and evenly blended. Scrape the sides of the bowl so all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Step 3:
- Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add a little more lemon juice for extra tanginess or a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor.
Step 4:
- Transfer the dressing to a covered container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Stir once before using and enjoy on salads, burgers, sandwiches, wraps, or as a dipping sauce.