How to Make a Green Salad with Thousand Island Dressing

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Embark on a culinary journey to unravel the enigmatic origins of Thousand Island dressing, a quintessential New York creation shrouded in mystery and intrigue. Legend has it that this iconic dressing emerged from the kitchens of hotel magnate George Boldt, finding its way to the esteemed Waldorf-Astoria in NYC and beyond. Now, you have the chance to recreate this legendary dressing in the comfort of your own kitchen, adding a touch of gourmet flair to your salads.

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Prep time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 0 minutes | Total time: 15 minutes

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Ingredients:

½ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons sweet pickle relish
1 teaspoon white onion, finely minced
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash of fresh ground pepper
1 bag of mixed greens
1 cucumber, sliced
1 pint grape tomatoes, sliced in half
1 carrot, peeled and shredded

Instructions:

Dressing:

In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, white wine vinegar, sugar, sweet pickle relish, minced white onion, salt, and pepper.
Stir the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
Transfer the dressing to a covered container and refrigerate for several hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the sugar to dissolve. Stir occasionally for best results.

Salad:

Begin by rinsing all the produce under cold water.
Slice the grape tomatoes in half, peel and shred the carrot, and slice the cucumber into ½-inch half-moons.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced produce with the bag of mixed greens.
Drizzle the prepared Thousand Island dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly.

How to Serve:

This refreshing green salad with homemade Thousand Island dressing is best served chilled, allowing the flavors to mingle harmoniously. Pair it with your favorite main dish or enjoy it as a light and satisfying meal on its own.

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