Homemade Italian Dressing
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
179 kcal
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Course
Condiments
Homemade Italian Dressing
Description
The dressing is made by whisking together a combination of olive oil, white wine vinegar, and lemon juice, which provide a tangy foundation. Honey or sugar is added to gently balance the acidity. A mix of dried herbs—oregano, basil, parsley—and spices like garlic and onion powder deliver herbal aroma and flavor. Finely grated Parmesan cheese adds richness and umami. The dressing is seasoned with salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes for a slight heat and seasoning complexity.
Once combined, the vinaigrette can be poured over leafy greens, vegetables, or used as a marinade for meats. The dressing separates naturally and should be shaken or whisked before serving. For those preferring fresh herbs, culinary adjustments can be made by substituting dried herbs with fresh in a ratio of one teaspoon dried to one tablespoon fresh.
To maintain quality, store the dressing in a sealed glass container in the refrigerator and use within 3 to 5 days. Bringing it to room temperature before use allows the flavors to express better and improves pourability.
Ingredients
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil (120 ml)
- ¼ cup white wine vinegar (60 ml)
- 2 tsp honey (10 ml) or sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (15 ml)
- 3 tbsp parmesan freshly grated
- 1 tsp oregano dried
- 1 tsp basil dried
- 1 tsp parsley dried
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ¾ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper ground
- ¼-½ tsp crushed red pepper
Instructions
- Combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl or jar. Whisk or shake to combine.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs by substituting 1 teaspoon dried herbs with 1 tablespoon fresh, finely diced.
- Store the dressing chilled in a sealed container for 3 to 5 days.
- Allow the dressing to warm to room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving for better flavor and texture.
- Shake or whisk the dressing before use to recombine separated ingredients.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 179 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 179kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 334mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 44IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 32mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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