Russian dressing
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of Russian dressing
First recorded in 1920–25
Example Sentences
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It comes with rye bread, sliced Emmental cheese, coleslaw, Russian dressing and Raye’s Cranberry Mustard.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 15, 2025
I use mayo as a base for many sauces: spicy mayo, curry mayo, maple mayo, Russian dressing, lemon tarragon brown butter mayo, and more.
From Salon ● May 28, 2024
It was the Russian dressing that’s basically mayonnaise, ketchup, and relish mixed together.
From Slate ● Jul. 23, 2020
The coleslaw is crisp and creamy, and the Russian dressing, zipped up with relish, is a role model.
From Washington Post ● May 18, 2020
When ready to serve unmould on a bed of lettuce and serve with Russian dressing.
From Mrs. Wilson's Cook Book Numerous New Recipes Based on Present Economic Conditions by Wilson, Mary A.
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