Chef John’s Empty Mayo Jar Dressing

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Chef John’s Empty Mayo Jar Dressing
15 min.
6
85kcal

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Are you looking for a quick and delicious dressing that elevates your salads and side dishes without any fuss? Look no further than Chef John’s Empty Mayo Jar Dressing! This delightful concoction is not only vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free, but it also comes together in just 15 minutes, making it the perfect solution for busy weeknights or impromptu gatherings.

What makes this dressing truly special is its unique preparation method. By utilizing an almost empty mayonnaise jar, you can create a creamy, flavorful dressing with minimal cleanup. The combination of fresh herbs like chives, parsley, and thyme, along with a hint of garlic and a touch of cayenne pepper, brings a burst of flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. The addition of white wine vinegar adds a tangy kick, perfectly balancing the richness of the olive oil and mayonnaise.

With only 85 calories per serving, this dressing is a guilt-free way to enhance your meals. Whether you’re drizzling it over a crisp salad, using it as a dip for fresh veggies, or even marinating grilled vegetables, this dressing is versatile enough to complement a variety of dishes. So grab that nearly empty mayo jar and get ready to shake up something delicious!

Ingredients

  • pinch cayenne pepper to taste
  • teaspoon chives fresh chopped
  • teaspoon parsley fresh chopped
  • teaspoon thyme leaves fresh chopped
  • clove garlic minced
  • pinch herbs de provence 
  • tablespoon mayonnaise to taste
  • cup olive oil 
  • servings salt and pepper black freshly ground to taste
  • 0.5 cup citrus champagne vinegar 

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Place garlic, parsley, thyme, chives, white wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and herbes de Provence into a nearly empty mayonnaise jar containing at least 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise.
    2. Cover mayonnaise jar with lid and shake vigorously until mayonnaise combines with dressing ingredients to make a creamy dressing, about 2 minutes.
    3. Pour into a serving dish.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories85kcal
    Protein0.49%
    Fat97.49%
    Carbs2.02%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    44.33
    Glycemic Load
    0.08
    Inflammation Score
    -3
    Nutrition Score
    1.124782592787%

    Flavonoids

    Apigenin
    0.08mg
    Luteolin
    0.19mg
    Isorhamnetin
    0.01mg
    Kaempferol
    0.02mg
    Myricetin
    0.01mg
    Quercetin
    0.02mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:84.83kcal
    4.24%
    Fat:8.96g
    13.79%
    Saturated Fat:1.27g
    7.95%
    Carbohydrates:0.42g
    0.14%
    Net Carbohydrates:0.31g
    0.11%
    Sugar:0.02g
    0.03%
    Cholesterol:0.98mg
    0.33%
    Sodium:16.73mg
    0.73%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Protein:0.1g
    0.2%
    Vitamin K:9.52µg
    9.07%
    Vitamin E:1.12mg
    7.48%
    Manganese:0.04mg
    1.99%
    Iron:0.26mg
    1.43%
    Vitamin C:0.94mg
    1.14%
    Source:Allrecipes