This Catalina Dressing recipe is simple to make with ingredients you can find right in your pantry. It’s simple and so delicious.
Catalina Dressing is one of my husband’s very favorites, so I knew I needed to make him a homemade version. I love making my own salad dressings because I can control what I put in them, and I usually have all the ingredients on hand. This dressing is no different, and it is perfect to whip up for a side salad.
Homemade Catalina Dressing Ingredients
I love how simple the ingredients are in this recipe, and that in making homemade salad dressings, you can skip the preservatives of store-bought salad dressings. Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for the full list of ingredients and their measurements.
- Tomato paste: Gives the dressing its signature tomato flavor and bright red color, but is thicker and more concentrated than ketchup.
- Vegetable oil: Provides a smooth, silky base with a neutral flavor.
- Sugar: Provides the classic sweetness Catalina dressing is known for, and balances the acidity of the tomato paste and vinegar.
- White vinegar: Brings a bright, tangy flavor.
How to Make Catalina Dressing
This homemade Catalina dressing comes together in a snap. Be sure to scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for the full recipe, including a full list of all ingredients and their measurements.
Whisk together the tomato paste and water, then whisk in the other ingredients until well combined. Use right away or store for up to a week in the refrigerator.
Storing Homemade Catalina Salad Dressing
This dressing can be kept in an airtight container like a glass jar in the refrigerator for up to one week. If you notice some separation, give it a stir before adding to your salad.
Salad Ideas
You can use this dressing as a dipping sauce, spread on sandwiches or wraps, or serve with a salad. Here are a few salad ideas to have with this Catalina dressing.
If you make this Catalina Salad Dressing recipe or any of my other recipes, I’d love to hear what you think! Leave a comment letting me know how you enjoyed it.
Catalina Dressing
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup water
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Whisk together the water and the tomato paste.1/3 cup water, 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- Then whisk in the remaining ingredients. Taste the dressing and adjust the seasonings as needed.1/4 cup vegetable oil, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons white vinegar, 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Serve over salad and enjoy. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
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