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Zesty Russian Dressing

Creamy Zesty Russian Dressing for Bold Flavor Lovers

This homemade Zesty Russian Dressing offers a bold flavor explosion, perfect for salads, sandwiches, and vegetables.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 tablespoons
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • ½ cup mayonnaise Can swap with Greek yogurt for a lighter take.
  • ¼ cup sour cream Can replace with extra mayonnaise if desired.
For Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup Use tomato paste mixed with sugar as an alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons dill pickle relish Substitute with sweet pickle relish if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons minced white onion Any mild onion will work well.
  • 1 tablespoon horseradish Adjust quantity according to your heat preference.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Vinegar can substitute if lemon is unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Use soy sauce for a different flavor twist.
  • 1 teaspoon yellow mustard Dijon mustard can also be used for a bolder taste.
For Seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt Sea salt is a suitable substitute.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine ½ cup of mayonnaise and ¼ cup of sour cream. Whisk until smooth and well blended.
  2. Fold in 2 tablespoons of ketchup, 2 tablespoons of dill pickle relish, and 2 tablespoons of minced white onion. Stir until all ingredients are integrated.
  3. Mix in 1 tablespoon of horseradish, 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, and 1 teaspoon of yellow mustard. Stir until evenly distributed.
  4. Add ¼ teaspoon of kosher salt to enhance all existing flavors and stir vigorously to incorporate.
  5. Cover the bowl or transfer the dressing to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 130mgPotassium: 15mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mg

Notes

Refrigerate for optimal flavor. Adjust horseradish to your spice preference. Store in an airtight container for up to one week.

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