Mayonnaise Salad Dressing
Mayonnaise Salad Dressing is a classic dressing that is ready in only 5 minutes and has a lovely, creamy texture that complements a variety of salads and other dishes!
A SIMPLE, CREAMY, HOMEMADE DRESSING
This particular dressing for Mayonnaise Salad Dressing (or a similar version of it) has been around for decades. It seems almost too easy. It’s made with just a few simple ingredients so it is a really versatile, really simple dressing to make to top salads or to dip veggies (it is wonderful as a dressing for cucumber salad!) I think this was probably one of those dressings that was around before ranch dressing got to be so popular. One of my favorite things about making it from scratch is that it allows you to customize the flavor to make it exactly how you like it and is great to make in a pinch!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
White vinegar could be used in place of the red wine vinegar.
If you want to stick to the traditional way this recipe is made, leave the sugar in it. If you really want to, you can leave it out. I don’t think it makes this dressing just super sweet at all, I feel it’s sweet but a bit sour- kind of like cole slaw. If you don’t want that and want to leave the sugar out, you can, or you can use a sugar substitute.
Obviously this salad dressing would be great on a variety of salads, but would also be great as a fresh veggie dip or to use in chicken salad. You could even use it as a spread on sandwiches. Let your mind feel the creativity here and try to find some new favorites.
This recipe makes 2-4 servings, depending on what you’re using it for.
Mayo Salad Dressing should be stored in an airtight container or jar and can be kept in the fridge for up to a week.
INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW FOR THE FULL RECIPE)
- mayonnaise – use whatever brand of mayo you prefer and have on hand. While I don’t care for Miracle Whip, I do think you could use it if that is a taste you like. Miracle Whip is a bit tangy so you may want to start with less vinegar and add more to taste.
- red wine vinegar – you could also use white vinegar or white wine vinegar.
- finely chopped fresh parsley – this is optional. It gives it a slightly peppery taste and a little color. You could use dried parsley as well. If you have dill on hand, you could even use that.
- white granulated sugar – this does not make it super sweet at all. Think of this as similar to a coleslaw dressing. A little sweet and a little sour.
- kosher salt
- garlic powder – you could use fresh garlic as well but it could end up being too strong a flavor and the powder does seem to blend a bit better.
HOW TO MAKE MAYONNAISE SALAD DRESSING
Measure out and add the ingredients to a medium sized mixing bowl. Mix until everything is fully combined.
Use this dressing on any salad of your choice.
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- Raising Cane’s Sauce
- Homemade Barbecue Sauce
- Homemade Basil Pesto Sauce
- Homemade Virginia White Sauce
- Homemade Chimichurri
- Homemade Marinara Sauce
- Homemade Pizza Sauce
- Homemade Ketchup
- Alabama White Sauce
Mayonnaise Salad Dressing
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 Tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon white granulated sugar
- ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt (can use table salt)
- ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 Tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Add 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 Tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon white granulated sugar, 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder ingredients to a medium sized bowl. Whisk together until everything is fully combined.
- Stir in 1 Tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley if using.
- If not enjoying right away, cover and keep stored in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Please refer to my FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions.
Nutrition
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Love the recipe it’s delicious and goes great with other sides!
Thanks so very much Andi! Appreciate you taking the time to come back and comment!
why in the world do you want “coarse kosher salt” In the dressing? For a crunchy taste?
Coarse kosher salt is the chef’s kiss. Try it – you might like it. It’s perfect.
This is my new go to salad dressing. I didn’t have red wine vinegar, so I used balsamic vinegar and I also measured with the heart. It is a quick and easy foolproof dressing recipe with everything you (usually) have in the cupboard. It was absolutely delicious and now I want to try it with red wine vinegar. Thank you.
Fabulous dressing. In my house this is know as the GOAT.
LOL! I love hearing that Holly!! Thank you!
Very simple and quick to make. It’s very delicious.