The original Russian dressing was actually made with yogurt. Early in the 20th century, some chef in Chicago replaced the yogurt with mayonnaise—and that’s when it became one of the most popular salad dressings in the country. That little tweak also made it one of the most caloric and unhealthy salad dressings around. In this version, the best of both Russian and Thousand Island dressing, the fat has been reduced from 16 grams to less than 1 gram per serving. It’s perfect for salads, charcuterie—and, of course, the classic Reuben sandwich.
Recipe information
Yield
makes 1 1/4 cups (10 servings)
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Combine all the ingredients in a medium bowl, and whisk until fully combined. Store in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
nutritional information
Step 2
Fat: 16g (before), 0.9g (after)
Step 3
Calories: 160 (before), 20 (after)
Step 4
Protein: 0g
Step 5
Carbohydrates: 2g
Step 6
Cholesterol: 2mg
Step 7
Fiber: 0g
Step 8
Sodium: 220mg
