Salad Dressing Mix
Description
This simple dry salad dressing mix is a kitchen essential for creating fresh, vibrant dressings in minutes. Blending granulated sugar, dry mustard, poppy seeds, and dried minced onion creates a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and aromatic flavors. It serves as the base for creamy or vinaigrette-style dressings, adding texture and depth to green salads, spinach mixes, or pasta salads. Keep a jar of this mix on hand for quick weeknight meals or potluck contributions. It stores well in a cool, dry place, ensuring you always have restaurant-quality seasoning ready for your table.Ingredients
Directions
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Combine granulated sugar, salt, dry mustard, poppy seeds, and dried minced onion in a small bowl.
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Stir thoroughly until the ingredients are evenly distributed and well blended.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 598.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8.1g13%
- Saturated Fat 0.9g5%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 19547.8mg815%
- Total Carbohydrate 133.2g45%
- Dietary Fiber 3.2g13%
- Sugars 124.7g
- Protein 4.7g10%
* 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: Pour the mix into a 1/2-cup container with a tight-fitting lid or wrap airtight in heavy-duty foil. Label with date and contents. Store in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months.
Usage: To make a creamy dressing, mix 1/4 cup of this dry mix with 1 cup of mayonnaise or yogurt. For a vinaigrette, whisk 2 tablespoons of the mix with 1/2 cup vegetable oil and 1/4 cup vinegar.