Zesty French Salad Dressing 🥗✨

This zesty French salad dressing is a quick and flavorful addition to any salad, spicing up your greens with a perfect blend of sweet and tangy notes. Whether you're tossing a simple garden salad or drizzling it over grilled vegetables, this dressing is bound to impress! Pair it with freshly baked bread for a delightful meal. 🍞💚

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups of vegetable oil
• 1 cup of ketchup
• 3/4 cup of white sugar
• 1/2 cup of vinegar (white or apple cider)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon of lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon of paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt

Instructions

1. In a blender, combine the vegetable oil, ketchup, sugar, vinegar, onion, lemon juice, paprika, and salt.
2. Blend the mixture until it's smooth and well combined.

🍽️ This dressing can be adjusted to your taste; add more vinegar for a tangier flavor or increase the sugar for extra sweetness.

3. Transfer the dressing into a jar or a bottle with a tight-sealing lid for easy storage.

❄️ Be sure to store it in the refrigerator, where it can keep fresh for up to a week. Just give it a good shake before each use, as the ingredients may separate over time.

Variations

• Spicy Kick: Add a dash of hot sauce or some red pepper flakes for an extra kick! 🌶️
• Herb Infusion: Toss in some fresh or dried herbs like basil, oregano, or parsley for a more aromatic dressing. 🌿
• Sweet & Sour Twist: Substitute a portion of the sugar with honey or maple syrup for a different flavor profile! 🍯
• Creamy Texture: Blend in a tablespoon of mayonnaise for a creamy variant that pairs beautifully with hearty salads.

This versatile dressing is not only easy to make but also elevates your salads in a delightful way! Enjoy! 🎉🥗