Zesty Russian Dressing (For Sandwiches & Salad) Recipe
This zesty Russian dressing is a creamy, tangy sauce perfect for enhancing sandwiches and salads. Combining mayonnaise and sour cream with flavorful ingredients like ketchup, dill pickle relish, horseradish, and a hint of lemon juice, it delivers a balanced taste that complements a variety of dishes. Easy to prepare and versatile, this dressing is ideal for adding a delicious kick to your meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 1 cup (8 servings) 1x
- Category: Dressings & Sauces
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Dressing Ingredients
- ½ cup (115g) mayonnaise
- ¼ cup (80g) sour cream (or use all mayonnaise if preferred)
- 2 Tbsp (34g) ketchup
- 2 Tbsp (30g) dill pickle relish (or sweet pickle relish)
- 2 Tbsp minced white onion (from ¼ small white onion)
- 1 Tbsp (15g) jarred horseradish
- 1 Tbsp (15g) fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp yellow mustard
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, add ½ cup mayonnaise, ¼ cup sour cream, 2 tablespoons ketchup, and 2 tablespoons dill pickle relish. Mix these base ingredients until smooth and well incorporated.
- Add Flavorings: Stir in 2 tablespoons of minced white onion, 1 tablespoon jarred horseradish, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, and 1 teaspoon yellow mustard. These ingredients add zest and depth to the dressing.
- Season: Sprinkle ¼ teaspoon kosher salt into the mixture and stir well to ensure the dressing is seasoned evenly.
- Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dressing for at least 30 minutes before serving. Chilling allows the flavors to meld and intensify, creating a richer taste.
- Serve: Use the dressing as a flavorful topping for sandwiches or a zesty salad dressing to lift your greens.
Notes
- You can substitute sour cream with all mayonnaise for a richer dressing.
- Adjust the amount of horseradish depending on how spicy you prefer the dressing.
- Keep refrigerated and use within one week for the best flavor and freshness.
- For a smoother texture, finely mince the onion or substitute with onion powder.
- This dressing works well as a dip for vegetables or fries in addition to salads and sandwiches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Russian dressing, sandwich dressing, salad dressing, creamy dressing, homemade dressing, zesty sauce, pickle relish dressing
