This Catalina salad dressing is one of our all-time favorites. It’s quite easy to make and always delicious. And it uses ingredients that we almost always have on hand. That’s a definite plus too! This recipe makes about 2 cups, which might sound like a good bit of dressing, but trust me, it’s so good you’ll use it up fast.
The Onion Is Key
The grated onion is one of the key ingredients in this Catalina salad dressing. Don’t skip it and don’t skimp on it. I used about a tablespoon, but you might want more. Or less. It takes a bit of effort to grate the onion, but the flavor it adds is so worth it.
This dressing gets even better after sitting in the fridge for a few hours. Just make sure to give it a good shake or stir before serving.
Also try my homemade creamy Carolina vinaigrette. It’s delicious!
Catalina Salad Dressing
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon celery seed
- ½ teaspoon dry mustard
- ½ cup white vinegar
- ⅔ cup ketchup
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- white onion grated. to taste. I'd start with about 1/2 a tablespoon and add more if desired.
Instructions
- Place all but the onion in a blender.
- Pulse a few times.
- Add white onion to taste and blend until smooth.
- Store in the fridge until ready to use. Stir before serving.
