Description
Catalina dressing is a nostalgic classic that combines sweet tomato flavors with tangy vinegar and a hint of spice, creating a bright and versatile condiment. Perfect for salads, dipping, or even marinating, this homemade version is fresh, flavorful, and customizable to your taste. Quick to prepare and made with simple pantry ingredients, it’s a recipe that brings a splash of sunshine to your meals any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons sugar (or honey)
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together ketchup, vinegar, and sugar until sugar dissolves.
- Slowly drizzle in the oil while whisking continuously to emulsify.
- Add onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and salt; whisk again to combine.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or acidity as desired.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Stir or shake well before using.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, blend the dressing briefly. Adjust sugar and vinegar gradually to suit your taste. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad Dressing
- Method: No cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg