American · Dressing and condiment

1000 Islands Sauce Recipe

Thousand Island dressing is a creamy, tangy American condiment made with mayonnaise, ketchup, vinegar, and finely chopped vegetables. It is commonly served on salads, burgers, sandwiches, and as a dip.

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How to make 1000 Islands Sauce

12 ingredients and five steps. Follow the quantities and method below.

1000 Islands Sauce

A mayonnaise-and-ketchup dressing with vinegar, finely chopped vegetables, and optional hard-boiled egg.

Ingredients

Method

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, ketchup, and white vinegar until smooth.
  2. Stir in the onion, pickles, green olives, and red bell pepper until evenly distributed.
  3. Add the sugar, salt, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce, then stir to combine.
  4. If using the hard-boiled egg, fold it gently into the dressing.
  5. Cover and refrigerate the sauce for at least one hour, then serve chilled.

Ways to use 1000 Islands Sauce

Three ways to serve 1000 Islands Sauce.

Salad dressing

Spoon or drizzle the chilled dressing over green salads.

Burger and sandwich spread

Use a thin layer as a creamy, tangy sandwich condiment.

Dip

Serve the chilled sauce with vegetables or fries.

Recipe notes

A mayonnaise-and-ketchup dressing with vinegar, finely chopped vegetables, and optional hard-boiled egg.

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