Catalina Dressing Recipe
This classic Catalina dressing is sweet and tangy. It’s smooth, bold, and perfectly balanced, with that signature ketchup-vinegar base and a warm hit of smoked paprika. Everything blends up in minutes, then gets even better after a short chill. Drizzle it over crisp salads, use it as a marinade, or sandwich dressing.
Calories: 867kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ cup ketchup
- ⅓ cup red wine vinegar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup neutral oil canola or light olive oil
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp sweet paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a bowl or blender.
- Whisk or blend until completely smooth and emulsified.
- Taste and adjust as needed:
- More sugar for sweeter
- More vinegar for tang
- A pinch more paprika for depth
- Chill at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.
Notes
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Makes 1 1/2 cups.
Nutrition
Calories: 867kcal | Carbohydrates: 92g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 57g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 16g | Monounsaturated Fat: 36g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 2421mg | Potassium: 675mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 78g | Vitamin A: 4076IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 3mg