Paleo Thousand Island Dressing

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October 25, 2026

Paleo Thousand Island Dressing – paleo recipe

Makes 1 cup (240 ml)

Ingredients

1/2 cup (480 ml) Paleo Mayo 1/8 cup (1920 ml) + 1/2 teaspoon (10 ml) Paleo Ketchup 1/2 teaspoon (10 ml) garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon (10 ml) onion powder pinch of coarse ground sea salt spritz of organic apple cider vinegar

Instructions

Add all ingredients to a medium-sized mixing bowl. Stir to combine and serve.

Enjoy!

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Paleo thousand island dressing is the creamy, tangy-sweet burger sauce made entirely from paleo ingredients. Paleo ketchup stirs into a paleo mayo base with garlic and onion powder for that classic diner flavor. It is the dressing that makes lettuce-wrapped burgers feel like an actual treat.

Pro Tips

  • Taste as you blend — the sweetness of your paleo ketchup determines whether the dressing leans sweet or tangy. Adjust with a drop more lemon juice or ketchup as needed.
  • Garlic and onion powder rather than fresh keeps the dressing smooth and shelf-stable in the fridge. Fresh aromatics would make it watery.
  • Let the flavors meld an hour in the refrigerator before serving. The onion and garlic powders need time to hydrate and lose their raw edge.
  • This is the dressing for the antipasto salad kabobs — and it is just as good spooned over grilled chicken or used as a fry dip.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does thousand island dressing keep?

Up to a week in a sealed jar in the refrigerator, limited by the paleo mayo base. Stir well before serving since it separates slightly as it sits.

Can I make this spicier?

A dash of hot sauce or a little horseradish transforms it into a zesty burger sauce while keeping it paleo. Start small and taste as you go.

What is paleo ketchup?

Ketchup sweetened without refined sugar — usually with dates or honey. It gives this dressing its signature sweet-tangy character without any grain-based additives.

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Paleo Thousand Island Dressing – paleo recipe
Stav Kogan

Paleo Thousand Island Dressing

Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1/8 cup + 1/2 teaspoon Paleo Ketchup
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder

Method
 

  1. Stir to combine and serve.

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