Oil Free French Dressing

Transform your salads with this vibrant and tangy Oil-Free French Dressing—a healthier twist on the classic without compromising flavor. Made with simple pantry staples like tomato paste, white vinegar, and Dijon mustard, this wholesome recipe skips the oil but delivers big on taste with the natural sweetness of maple syrup and a medley of spices like paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Ready in just 5 minutes, this creamy, pourable dressing is perfect for drizzling over fresh greens, grain bowls, or roasted vegetables. Plus, it’s vegan, gluten-free, and easy to customize to your preferred balance of tangy and sweet. Store it in the fridge for up to a week and enjoy a guilt-free way to elevate your meals!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 3 tablespoons White vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the tomato paste, white vinegar, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard.

Step 2

Whisk the mixture until smooth and well combined.

Step 3

Add the garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.

Step 4

Stir in the water one tablespoon at a time to adjust the consistency to your liking. The dressing should be thick yet pourable.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding a bit more vinegar for tanginess or maple syrup for sweetness if desired.

Step 6

Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week and shake well before each use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	204.3 grams (204.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	192

Total Fat 3.40g	4%
Saturated Fat 0.10g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 972mg	42%
Total Carbohydrate 38.90g	14%
Dietary Fiber 2.90g	10%
Total Sugars 32.70g
Protein 2.70g	5%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 37mg	3%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 592mg	13%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 15.5%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 79.0%