Catalina dressing, a versatile and flavorful condiment, is a staple in many kitchens. Its sweet and tangy taste adds a delightful zest to various dishes, from salads and sandwiches to grilled meats and fish. With its origins tracing back to the scenic Catalina Island in California, this dressing has gained immense popularity worldwide. This comprehensive article will guide you through the process of making the perfect Catalina dressing at home, ensuring a delicious and authentic culinary experience.
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CATALINA DRESSING
Making homemade salad dressing is so easy. I love that this Catalina dressing recipe is made without preservatives and I get to control the ingredients that go in it. Don't miss these other
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 10m
Yield 1-1/2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place the first ten ingredients in blender. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 58 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 144mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
HOMEMADE CATALINA DRESSING
With a few ingredients from your cupboard you can make this easy yummy dressing. This is so simple and tastes like store-bought, but a little better. It's better because it's homemade and homemade always tastes better! Use this as a marinade, in cooking, or on a salad!
Provided by samy
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Blend sugar, red wine vinegar, canola oil, ketchup, paprika, onion powder, celery flakes, and seasoning blend together in a blender until smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.3 calories, Carbohydrate 15.8 g, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 85.5 mg, Sugar 14.3 g
CLONE KRAFT'S CATALINA SALAD DRESSING
Make and share this Clone Kraft's Catalina Salad Dressing recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Miss Annie
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 5m
Yield 2 cups (approximately)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place all ingredients into blender and mix.
- Store in jar in refrigerator.
- Shake before using.
1960'S CATALINA DRESSING
Make and share this 1960's Catalina Dressing recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Mini Ravindran
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 15m
Yield 3 cups, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Add the ketchup, sugar, vinegar, onion, paprika and Worcestershire to a food processor bowl.
- Pulse until blended.
- With the processor running, slowly add the oil.
- Check the seasonings.
- Cover and refrigerate until needed.
CATALINA FRENCH DRESSING
Make and share this Catalina French Dressing recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Millereg
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 11m
Yield 40 ounces, 30 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut ingredients in half if the quantity is too much for you.
- Combine ingredients and blend thoroughly.
- Store in cruets or empty salad dressing bottles and keep refrigerated.
- Shake well before serving.
HOMEMADE: CATALINA DRESSING
Categories Tomato Quick & Easy
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place first 6 ingredients in a food processor or blender (or use a handheld blender) and process until smooth. Add the oil in a steady stream with the machine running until the mixture comes together in an emulsion. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week. *If you are using onion powder instead of chopped onion you could also shake this up in a jar with a tightly sealed lid.
CILANTRO LIME CHICKEN TACO SALAD WITH CREAMY BAJA CATALINA DRESSING RECIPE
Provided by á-5080
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Prepare Cilantro Lime Chicken according to directions, reserving 1 tablespoon marinade for dressing. Slice or chop cooked chicken. Meanwhile, whisk together all of the Dressing ingredients in a medium bowl, including the 1 tablespoon reserved Cilantro Lime Marinade. Store in the refrigerator. Best if chilled at least 30 minutes. May keep in an airtight container up to 7 days. To assemble, add the Salad Ingredients to a large bowl and toss to combine. Drizzle individual servings with desired amount of dressing. Season with additional salt, pepper, hot sauce and/or lime juice to taste. Recipe Notes *For more of a vinaigrette, you may sub the mayo and sour cream for canola oil
TANGY CATALINA DRESSING
I just love the Tangy Tomato salad dressing that Outback Steakhouse serves so I searched around until I found a good likeness and then modified it slightly. It is delicious!
Provided by Harley Seashell Pri
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 10m
Yield 3 cups, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- I recommend that you use a hand mixer with the whisk attachment to ensure that the dressing is thoroughly incorporated.
- Place in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator. It will take a few minutes and perhaps some additional stirring to get all of the sugar dissolved, but it will happen!
GRILLED SKIRT STEAK AND ARUGULA SALAD WITH ROQUEFORT AND CATALINA DRESSING
Provided by Chris Schlesinger
Categories Salad Quick & Easy Backyard BBQ Dinner Lunch Blue Cheese Grill Grill/Barbecue Gourmet Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 4 (main course) servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking over hot charcoal (high heat for gas); see Grilling Procedure
- Whisk together ketchup, mustard, sugar, garlic, lime juice, vinegar, oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
- Pat steak dry and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Oil grill rack, then grill steak, covered only if using a gas grill, turning once, 4 to 6 minutes total for medium-rare.
- Transfer steak to a cutting board and let rest, loosely covered with foil, 5 minutes.
- Toss arugula with enough dressing to coat.
- Thinly slice steak diagonally across the grain. Serve steak over salad, sprinkled with Roquefort.
MARMIE'S " BETTER THAN CATALINA" DRESSING
This is crazy easy and so delicious! It is similar to Catalina but much yummier. Fantastic on taco salad! If you like it a bit tangier, simply add a bit more vinegar to taste. I find that it keeps for a long time in the fridge...when I make a huge batch!
Provided by Marmies
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 10m
Yield 28 oz
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place all ingredients in a tightly sealed jar or container and shake like crazy for 2 - 3 minutes until smooth and blended.
- Can also blend with a hand held blender instead if desired.
CATALINA DRESSING
This recipe was passed to me from another "Navy wife" back in the 80's. It's a little on the sweeter side but don't let that scare you! It's just delicious on a spinach salad with red onion slices, bacon and fresh mushrooms. Some of my friends dress the salad with the dressing while it's warm, My family likes it chilled! Gotta...
Provided by sherri gage
Categories Dressings
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Measure everything in a small (2 qt) saucepan and whisk until you no longer see any oil separation.
- 2. place pan on medium heat, heat stirring until sugar is dissolved, it doesn't need to come to a boil, just until the graininess is gone. cool and put in your MOST decorative container!
- 3. This dressing keeps well in the fridge. I've had some for 6 weeks and it tasted perfect. Just give it a GOOD SHAKE!!!
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. Fresh herbs, vegetables, and fruits will give your Catalina dressing the best flavor.
- Adjust the sweetness and tanginess of the dressing to your liking. If you prefer a sweeter dressing, add more honey or sugar. If you prefer a tangier dressing, add more lemon juice or vinegar.
- Experiment with different types of oils. Olive oil is a classic choice for Catalina dressing, but you can also use avocado oil, walnut oil, or grapeseed oil.
- Make a large batch of Catalina dressing and store it in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. This way, you'll always have some on hand for salads, sandwiches, or grilled meats.
Conclusion:
Catalina dressing is a versatile and delicious dressing that can be used on a variety of dishes. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a tasty dressing, give Catalina dressing a try.
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