This Paleo Catalina Dressing is a delicious blend of sweet, tangy and savory flavors thats sure to add a burst of goodness to so many dishes. Try it on salad, taco salad, grilled chicken salad or veggies! It’s even a great marinade for chicken. I love making homemade dressings as they are so easy and ready in no time. Try some of my other recipes like this Creamy Dill Dressing or this Orange Poppyseed Dressing.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Having only 8 ingredients that you probably have in your pantry and it takes only 10 minutes to make! It’s that perfect blend of sweet and tangy that adds so much flavor to just about everything! Homemade dressings are so much healthier too, especially this variant of Paleo Catalina dressing.
Ingredients You Will Need
Extra virgin olive oil: stands out as an excellent choice for dressings. Extra virgin olive oil is the least processed form of olive oil. Due to this, it retains its natural antioxidants and vitamins.
Ketchup: unsweetened ketchup allows the true sweetness from the tomatoes to shine through, essential for Paleo Catalina dressing.
Red wine vinegar: is known for its distinctive tangy flavor and the perfect addition to a Catalina-type dressing.
Honey: is a nutritious, healthy, and natural food, to which antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties have been attributed. I purchase honey along with other condiments online at Thrive Market for convenience. Save 40% off your entire first order!
Coconut aminos: is a gluten-free and soy-free alternative to traditional soy sauce. It brings a rich umami flavor and a subtle saltiness and sweetness to a dish.
Salt: elevates the overall flavor of any dish. Always salt in moderation in accordance with your dietary preferences when preparing Paleo Catalina dressing.
Onion powder: adds a sweet and savory flavor to certain dishes that you can’t get from fresh onions.
Smoked paprika: introduces a distinct smoky flavor that complements the other spices, adding depth and a unique taste.
Instructions
Combine: all of the ingredients except the olive oil in a blender and blend till smooth and creamy.
Add: the olive oil and blend again.
Enjoy!
Recipe Tips and Tricks
Adding the olive oil: slowly at the end helps the dressing emulsify better, which is crucial for preparing Paleo Catalina dressing.
If your honey: is thick and grainy, warm it up before adding so it does not create a grainy texture to your dressing.
Recipe Variations
Avocado oil: is a good substitute for the olive oil in this dressing recipe.
Paprika: can be used if you do not have smoked paprika on hand for your Catalina-style dressing.
Storage Tips
You can store this dressing in the refrigerator for up to a month in an airtight glass bottle. Paleo Catalina dressing maintains its flavor well during storage.
FAQs About Paleo Catalina Dressing
What is Catalina dressing good for?
This dressing is perfect for salads, sandwiches, dipping sauce, or as a marinade for chicken and veggies.
Why is Catalina dressing so red?
This dressing is red due to the amount of ketchup used to make it.
Is Russian dressing the same as Catalina?
No, Russian dressing typically has mayonnaise, horseradish or chili sauce in it making it creamier and spicier than Catalina dressing.
Paleo Catalina Dressing
Ingredients
Method
- Combine all ingredients except the olive oil in a blender and blend till smooth.
- Add the olive oil slowly so the dressing emulsifies.
- Enjoy!
I made this when it first published, and it’s the real deal! It has the tang I fondly remember. Just thinking about it makes my mouth water. Zero reason for store-bought, as this so easy to make, and healthier.
Homemade dressings are so easy and much more cost effective than store bought too! I am so happy you love this simple Paleo Catalina Dressing!
XOXO, Penny