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Classic 1000 Island Dressing made with mayonnaise, ketchup, relish and onion is a great topping for salads and is also a yummy dip!
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4.75 from 8 reviews

Classic Thousand Island Dressing

Homemade dressing is always the BEST way to show off fresh greens. This Classic Thousand Island Dressing, made in less than ten minutes, is creamy, tangy with a hint of sweetness and is not only wonderful on salads but also on burgers, sandwiches and as a dip!
Prep Time10 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Extras, Salad
Cuisine: American
Servings: 24
Calories: 133kcal
Author: Donya Mullins

Ingredients

  • 2 cups mayonnaise (NOT salad dressing)
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • 2 heaping tablespoons sweet pickle relish
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons grated onion
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Add mayonnaise, ketchup, relish, lemon juice, grated onion to a small bowl. Whisk together until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. 
  • Can be stored in refrigerator in sealed container for up to one week.

Notes

Recipe Variations
  • Use jalapeno relish or add my candied jalapenos instead of the pickle relish.
  • You can use sweet chili sauce or Picante sauce instead of the ketchup.
  • Additional ingredients, such as lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, or chili sauce, can enhance the dressing's flavor complexity.

Nutrition

Calories: 133kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 189mg | Potassium: 20mg | Fiber: 0.03g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 39IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0.1mg