Best 6 Restaurant Thousand Island Dressing Recipes

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Thousand Island dressing is a creamy, tangy, and flavorful condiment often served with salads, vegetables, and sandwiches. It is a popular choice in many restaurants due to its versatility and ability to complement a wide range of dishes. This article aims to guide you in creating a delicious and authentic thousand island dressing recipe that will replicate the taste of your favorite restaurant. Whether you prefer a classic version or a variation with a unique twist, we have gathered the necessary ingredients and step-by-step instructions to help you achieve the perfect thousand island dressing. Get ready to elevate your culinary skills and impress your family and friends with this homemade restaurant-style dressing.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

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.

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

THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     condiment

Time 20m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons tomato sauce
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons mustard powder
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon sweet relish
1 tablespoon finely chopped green olives
1 jalapeno, finely chopped

Steps:

  • In a bowl combine yogurt, vegetable oil, tomato sauce, lemon juice, mustard powder, sugar, salt, and pepper. Whisk together until blended. Add onion, sweet relish, olives, and jalapeno and whisk to combine evenly. Chill 1 hour.

SIMPLY DELICIOUS THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING



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This is what I whip up when I need 1000 Island. It is much better than store bought. Goes great on Reuben sandwiches, salads, burgers or as a dip with French fries. My family does not usually eat 1000 Island but they love this! I love it with Nick's Mom's Recipe #179493.

Provided by Alskann

Categories     Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup mayonnaise
4 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish

Steps:

  • Combine all of the ingredients together in a small bowl.
  • Mix well.
  • Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 697.5, Fat 52.5, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 40.7, Sodium 1721.8, Carbohydrate 60.1, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 30.6, Protein 2.2

HOMEMADE THOUSAND ISLAND SALAD DRESSING



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We love using Thousand Island dressing for salads, dips and sandwiches. It can be made with chili sauce or ketchup, but I like chili sauce because it gives the dressing a little kick. Once you've tried this homemade recipe, you'll never go back to bottled. -Angelia Sukala, Williamsburg, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 1-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup chili sauce
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk all ingredients until blended. Refrigerate two hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 229mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING



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Creamy and just a wee bit spicy, this classic dressing is the finishing touch that will make your salad creations irresistible.

Yield Serves 10; 2 tablespoons per serving

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup fat-free plain yogurt
1/2 cup Chili Sauce (page 276), or 1/2 cup no-salt-added ketchup plus dash of red hot-pepper sauce
2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
White of 1 large hardcooked egg, finely chopped (yolk discarded)
1 tablespoon finely chopped green bell pepper
1 tablespoon finely chopped celery
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Dash of pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together all the ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until needed.
  • (Per serving)
  • Calories: 30
  • Total fat: 1.0g
  • Saturated: 0.0g
  • Trans: 0.0g
  • Polyunsaturated: 0.5g
  • Monounsaturated: 0.0g
  • Cholesterol: 1mg
  • Sodium: 47mg
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Sugars: 4g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Calcium: 29mg
  • Potassium: 106mg
  • Free

Tips:

  • Use high-quality mayonnaise and ketchup for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have sweet pickle relish, you can use dill pickle relish instead.
  • Add a dash of cayenne pepper for a little bit of spice.
  • If you're making the dressing ahead of time, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Thousand Island dressing is a versatile condiment that can be used on salads, sandwiches, burgers, and more.

Conclusion:

Thousand Island dressing is a classic American dressing that is loved by many. It is a creamy, tangy, and flavorful dressing that is perfect for a variety of dishes. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a delicious Thousand Island dressing at home that will rival any store-bought version.

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