Italian Dressing
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
8 people
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Calories
148 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Mediterranean, Italian, American
Italian Dressing
Description
Italian Dressing brings together olive oil and white wine vinegar with Parmesan cheese and a small amount of mayonnaise to create a creamy and tangy base. The inclusion of garlic and dried Italian herbs such as oregano, parsley, and basil adds aromatic complexity and depth. Mixing the ingredients by shaking them in a sealed jar ensures the dressing emulsifies properly, giving a smooth texture that clings well to greens or salad components. Its balanced seasoning with salt and black pepper rounds out the flavor for versatile use.
The dressing can be used immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify over time. This makes it a practical homemade option as a salad dressing or marinade, especially when you want a herb-forward, garlicky addition to your dishes without added preservatives.
Ingredients
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 Tbsp white wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese finely grated
- 1 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
- 1 garlic finely grated or pressed, clove
- 1/2 tsp oregano dried
- 1/2 tsp parsley dried
- 1/2 tsp basil dried
- 1/2 tsp salt or more to taste, fine sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper or to taste
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a mason jar, cover tightly with lid and shake until well combined and emulsified.* Add more salt to taste if desired. Use right away or refrigerate up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- Shake or whisk ingredients well to properly emulsify the dressing before serving.
- Store the dressing refrigerated for up to two weeks to maintain freshness and flavor.
- Mayonnaise in the dressing helps create a smooth, creamy texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 148 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 148kcal | 7% |
| Carbs | 1g | |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 186mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 12mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 29IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 42mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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