Chef Salad Dressing Recipe

Beat the heat with this vibrant and refreshing Chef Salad Dressing! Perfect for your favorite chef salad brimming with sliced turkey or chicken, shrimp, ham, cheese, hard-boiled eggs, olives, pickled beets, and red onion. This zesty dressing is easy to make, keeps for up to two weeks in the fridge, and adds a burst of flavor to your summer meals. Get ready for a taste sensation!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 447 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chef Salad Dressing

  • Miracle Whip
  • Sugar
  • Cider Vinegar
  • Ketchup
  • Vegetable Oil
  • Pepper
  • Garlic Clove
  • Salt
  • Dry Mustard
  • Paprika
  • Tabasco Sauce

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How to Make Chef Salad Dressing

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey until smooth.
  2. Stir in the chopped fresh herbs (dill, parsley, chives).
  3. Gradually whisk in the olive oil until the dressing is emulsified and creamy.
  4. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This step is optional but recommended.
  6. Toss your favorite chef salad ingredients with the dressing just before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

175g

Fat

19g

Carbs

15g

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