Vegan French Dressing
That tangy-sweet dressing you grew up loving on diner salads is surprisingly easy to make at home — and this version is entirely plant-based without sacrificing a single bit of that classic flavor. Olive oil, apple cider vinegar, ketchup, and maple syrup come together in a way that's bright, bold, and just a little smoky from the paprika. A touch of Dijon mustard helps everything emulsify into a smooth, glossy dressing that clings beautifully to greens. The whole thing comes together in about 30 seconds of whisking or a good shake in a mason jar — no blender, no fuss. Bottled French dressings often sneak in honey or other animal-derived ingredients, so making your own means you know exactly what's in it. This batch serves 8, keeps in the fridge for up to a week, and honestly tastes better the next day once the spices have had time to meld.
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8 servings
- ½ cup olive oil
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 3 tbsp ketchup
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp celery seed (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and celery seed (if using) in a mason jar or medium bowl and stir until evenly mixed.
- 2
Add the olive oil and whisk vigorously until the dressing is emulsified and uniform in color, about 30 seconds. If using a mason jar, seal the lid and shake for 30 seconds until fully combined.
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