Whole30 Classic Western Dressing
Bring bold, tangy flavor to your Whole30 meals with this Classic Western Dressing! This wholesome recipe is a game-changer, blending tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, and olive oil with naturally sweet medjool dates for a perfectly balanced, sugar-free dressing. Aromatic spices like smoked paprika, garlic powder, and mustard powder deepen the smoky, savory profile, making it the ideal companion for salads, roasted vegetables, or grilled proteins. Ready in just 10 minutes and completely dairy-free, gluten-free, and paleo-compliant, this creamy dressing is as versatile as it is delicious. Prep a jar of this clean, homemade Whole30-approved Western Dressing to elevate your healthy meals all week long!
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup olive oil
- 4 units medjool dates, pitted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon mustard powder
- 0.5 cup water
Directions
Step 1
In a small bowl, soak the pitted medjool dates in warm water for about 10 minutes to soften them, then drain.
Step 2
In a blender, combine the tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, softened dates, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, salt, mustard powder, and water.
Step 3
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy. You may need to stop the blender and scrape down the sides occasionally to ensure all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Step 4
Taste the dressing and adjust seasonings as needed, adding a bit more salt or vinegar if desired.
Step 5
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use. The dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Step 6
Shake well before using, as separation may occur.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (676.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2230.1 |
| Total Fat 225.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 34.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 21.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1235.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 42.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 28.7g | |
| Protein 3.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 94.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1024.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories