Ingredients
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp dry mustard
1/8 tsp pepper
1/16 tsp paprika
4 tsp sugar
Directions
Combine all ingredients in a pint jar and cover tightly. Shake
vigorously and store in refrigerator. Shake before using. Values per
serving: No CHO, PRO, FAT, or Calories at all!! Sodium value in 2
TBSP is 133 mg. with salt. Food Exchange per serving: This is a
"free" dressing!!
Servings: 8 servings
No-Calorie Dressing Recipe brought to you by Recipe Ideas
Categories: Low Calorie; Salad
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