Italian Dressing
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Italian Dressing
Description
The Italian Dressing recipe involves whisking extra virgin olive oil and white wine vinegar with grated Parmesan cheese and a combination of dried and fresh aromatics including red bell pepper, dried parsley, basil, oregano, minced shallot, and garlic powder. Kosher salt, sugar, and black pepper round out the seasoning. Once combined, the dressing has a well-balanced tang complemented by the richness of olive oil and umami from Parmesan. The red bell pepper adds subtle crunch and sweetness, while the dried herbs provide a classic Italian herb profile.
The dressing's texture is smooth with a slight granular presence from the grated cheese and minced pepper. It can be poured over fresh leafy greens or vegetables to brighten and elevate their flavors. Storing it in a sealed container in the refrigerator allows flavors to meld further, and it will keep for about one week.
This dressing’s versatility means it can also be used as a marinade for poultry, fish, or roasted vegetables, imparting herbaceous and savory notes from the herbs and seasonings used in its preparation.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
- 3 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1 1/2 tablespoons red bell pepper finely minced
- 1 tablespoon parsley dried
- 2 teaspoons shallot minced
- 3/4 teaspoon basil dried
- 3/4 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place all of the ingredients in a medium bowl. Whisk until thoroughly combined.
- Pour the dressing into a jar or airtight container. Use immediately, or store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 193 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 193kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 322mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 7mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 71IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 26mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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