Zaxbys Thousand Island Dressing Recipe
It is creamy. It is tangy. It is also a bit sweet. This dressing makes every salad taste better.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of real mayonnaise.
- 1/4 cup of sweet pickle relish.
- 1/3 cup of tomato ketchup.
- 1 teaspoon of white vinegar.
- 1/2 teaspoon of granulated sugar.
- 1/4 teaspoon of onion powder.
- 1/4 teaspoon of paprika.
- A pinch of salt.
- A pinch of black pepper.
Instructions
Prep Your Workspace
- Gather all your ingredients on the counter. Make sure your bowl is clean.
Combine the Base
- Put the mayonnaise into the mixing bowl. Add the ketchup to the mayo. Use your whisk to blend them well. The color should be a light pink.
Add the Sweetness
- Stir in the sweet pickle relish. Make sure the relish is evenly spread. Add the granulated sugar now too.
Mix in the Acid
- Pour the white vinegar into the bowl. This adds a nice tang. It also thins the dressing slightly.
Season the Sauce
- Add the onion powder and paprika. Sprinkle in the salt and pepper. Whisk everything for one full minute.
Chill and Set
- Pour the dressing into a glass jar. Close the lid very tightly. Put it in the fridge for one hour. This helps the flavors blend together.
Notes
- Use high-quality mayonnaise for the best taste.
- Do not use salad dressing like Miracle Whip.
- Real mayo makes it much creamier.
- Let the dressing sit before serving.
- Flavors get stronger after sitting in the fridge.
- f you like heat, add hot sauce.
- A tiny drop adds a great kick.
- Always use sweet relish, not dill relish.
- Sweetness is key for this specific recipe.
- Keep the jar sealed to stay fresh.
- It lasts about one week in the fridge.
- Stir it well before every single use.