French Dressing Mix
Description
This homemade French dressing mix offers a quick and easy way to create that classic sweet, tangy, and slightly savory salad dressing without the preservatives found in store-bought bottles. By combining simple pantry staples like sugar, salt, paprika, and onion powder, you get a versatile seasoning base that captures the essence of traditional French dressing. It is perfect for tossing with crisp iceberg lettuce, celery hearts, and sliced tomatoes for a refreshing side dish. This mix is ideal for meal prepping, allowing you to store the dry ingredients for months and whip up fresh dressing in seconds whenever you need it.Ingredients
Directions
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Combine the sugar, salt, paprika, and onion powder in a small mixing bowl.
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Whisk or stir the ingredients thoroughly until the mixture is evenly distributed and no clumps remain.
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Transfer the finished mix into an airtight container, such as a small glass jar or a sealed plastic bag.
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Label the container with the date and contents.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 5
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 73.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.7g2%
- Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 4.1mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 18.0g6%
- Dietary Fiber 1.9g8%
- Sugars 15.6g
- Protein 0.8g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Storage: Store the mix in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. It will keep for up to 6 months.
How to Use: To make the dressing, combine 1 packet (approx. 4-5 tablespoons) of this mix with 3/4 cup vegetable oil and 1/4 cup vinegar in a glass jar. Shake vigorously until well-blended. Chill before serving.
Variation: For a Sweet Italian style dressing, increase the sugar to 1/2 cup in the mix and substitute the paprika with 1 tablespoon of celery seed.