Recipe at a glance
- Estimated yield: about 3/4 cup
- Prep: about 10 minutes
- Cooking: about 0 minutes
- Additional time: about 30 minutes (resting, rising, chilling or freezing, where required)
- Total: about 40 minutes
Times and yields are planning estimates, not results from a documented kitchen test. Follow the texture and temperature checks in the method; optional overnight rests take longer. Measurements use US cups and spoons unless stated otherwise.
Thousand Island dressing is a classic condiment that’s easy to make at home. Here is a simple recipe:
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
- 2 teaspoons minced onion
- 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, ketchup, pickle relish, minced onion, and vinegar.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir until well combined and smooth.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
This dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days at 40°F (4°C) or colder; use clean utensils and discard sooner if an ingredient label requires it. Use it as a dipping sauce for fries, as a salad dressing, or as a sandwich spread. Enjoy!
Storage and serving
Keep refrigerated at 40°F (4°C) or colder and use within three days, or sooner if an ingredient label requires it. Serve dressed salads promptly for best texture. For picnics, transport in an insulated cooler with ice packs and set out small portions. Limit perishable food to two hours out of refrigeration, or one hour above 90°F (32°C). Food-safety guidance.
Editorial update: October 23, 2026. Ingredient and method consistency reviewed; a documented kitchen test is still needed.
