Best 8 Tangy Thousand Island Dressing Recipes

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Thousand Island dressing is a classic American condiment with a rich, creamy texture and a tangy, slightly sweet flavor. It is commonly used as a salad dressing, but it can also be used as a dip for vegetables, or as a spread for sandwiches and wraps. This versatile dressing is made with a base of mayonnaise, ketchup, and sweet pickle relish, and it often includes other ingredients such as chopped hard-boiled eggs, chopped onion, and chopped parsley. Some variations of Thousand Island dressing also include mustard, paprika, or Worcestershire sauce. In this article, we will provide you with three different recipes for Thousand Island dressing, each with its own unique twist. The first recipe is a classic Thousand Island dressing made with mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet pickle relish, chopped hard-boiled eggs, chopped onion, and chopped parsley. The second recipe is a variation that uses Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise, making it a healthier option. The third recipe is a zesty Thousand Island dressing that includes Dijon mustard, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce. With these three recipes, you're sure to find the perfect Thousand Island dressing for your next meal.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

AUTHENTIC THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING



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Authentic Thousand Island Dressing is a tangy, sweet, creamy concoction of fresh ingredients, including onions, sweet pepper, and even a hard-boiled egg!

Provided by Renee

Categories     Condiment     Salad

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup mayonnaise (I use homemade)
1 large hard-boiled egg
1½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1½ teaspoons vinegar
1 ounce Bread & Butter pickle slices (or 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish, divided)
1 tablespoon finely chopped sweet red pepper
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
Pinch of cloves
dash Sriracha or Tabasco
1-2 teaspoons sugar
salt & pepper ( to taste)

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth.If you like your thousand island more chunky, leave out half of the pickle relish and add it after the rest of the mixture has been blended.
  • Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Dressing is ready to serve immediately; however, it is better after it has a few hours in the fridge for flavors to marry and the mixture to thicken.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 tablespoons, Calories 66 kcal, Fat 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Sodium 124 mg, Carbohydrate 4.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Sugar 1.9 g, Protein 0.6 g

ROASTED SHRIMP WITH THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 11m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup ketchup
1 teaspoon minced capers
1 teaspoon minced gherkins
1 tablespoon sweet pickles
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Pinch kosher salt
Pinch freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place the shrimp on a sheet pan and sprinkle with the salt and pepper. Pour the olive oil and juice over the shrimp, and roast in the oven for 5 to 6 minutes.
  • For the dressing, place the mayonnaise, ketchup, capers, gherkins, sweet pickles, lemon juice, salt and pepper in a bowl, and stir until blended. Serve with the roasted shrimp.

THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING



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Creamy, sweet and tangy-Thousand Island Dressing is so good made from scratch. Use it on burgers, Reubens, salads, and more.

Provided by Summer Miller

Categories     Condiment     Sauce

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup yellow onion, minced
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Transfer to a jar with a lid and store in the refrigerator until needed: For best flavor, wait 24 hours for the flavors to meld. The dressing will keep for about a week.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 281 mg, Sugar 2 g, Fat 21 g, ServingSize A little more than 1 cup, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

QUICK THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING



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Yummy on a Reuben sandwich!

Provided by peekers93

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Thousand Island Dressing

Time 10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup mayonnaise
¼ cup ketchup
¼ cup sweet pickle relish, or more to taste
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish, or more to taste
½ teaspoon paprika, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Combine mayonnaise, ketchup, pickle relish, Worcestershire sauce, horseradish, and paprika in a bowl; mix well. Cover with plastic wrap and chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Carbohydrate 3.8 g, Cholesterol 7 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 207.2 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 1 1/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 clove garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
3/4 cup prepared or homemade mayonnaise
1/4 cup bottled chili sauce
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 1/2 tablespoons minced onion
2 teaspoons sweet pickle relish
1/2 hard-cooked large egg, pushed through a sieve or finely chopped
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Make a paste with the garlic and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt by crushing them with the side of a chef's knife. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the garlic, mayonnaise, chili sauce, ketchup, onion, relish and egg until combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Use now or store covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING



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Make and share this Thousand Island Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Graybert

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon white vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons sweet pickle relish
1 teaspoon white onion, finely minced
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 dash black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl. Stir well.
  • Place dressing in a covered container and refrigerate for several hours, stirring occasionally, so that the sugar dissolves and the flavors blend.

THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING



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"It's almost unbelievable that a dressing so easy to fix can be so good," says Darlis Wilfer, Phelps, Wisconsin. Darlis got the recipe from her daughter, Debbi.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 5m

Yield 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 cups mayonnaise
1/4 cup chili sauce
1/4 cup pickle relish

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients. Cover and refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 18g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 191mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

AUTHENTIC THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING



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Many variations of this recipe exist, but this version has been a favorite in Alexandria Bay, NY (the Heart of The Thousand Islands) for nearly 50 years.

Provided by A Local 1000 Islander

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Thousand Island Dressing

Time 20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 eggs
¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon white sugar
¼ cup white vinegar
1 pinch ground cloves
1 quart mayonnaise
¾ cup sweet pickle relish
½ cup chopped black olives
½ cup diced red bell pepper

Steps:

  • Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Cover and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, cool, peel and chop.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the chopped eggs, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, vinegar, cloves, mayonnaise, relish, olives and red pepper until evenly blended. Chill and serve spooned over fresh greens. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.4 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 55.8 mg, Fat 45.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 499.4 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

Tips:

  • For a tangy twist, use freshly squeezed lemon juice instead of vinegar.
  • Add a dollop of sour cream for a creamier dressing.
  • For a smoky flavor, add a teaspoon of smoked paprika.
  • To make a vegan version of the dressing, use vegan mayonnaise and yogurt.
  • Store the dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Conclusion:

Tangy Thousand Island Dressing is a versatile condiment that can be used on a variety of dishes. It is perfect for dipping vegetables, topping salads, or spreading on sandwiches. It is also a great marinade for chicken, fish, and tofu. With its sweet, tangy, and creamy flavor, Tangy Thousand Island Dressing is sure to please everyone at your table.

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