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Olive Garden Italian Dressing Recipe

If you love Olive Garden’s Italian Dressing, this homemade version is about to be your new go-to! It tastes just like the real deal and comes together in under 5 minutes with simple pantry staples like olive oil, vinegar, Italian seasoning, garlic, and Parmesan.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 5 servings
Calories: 239 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 1 garlic clove finely minced
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice from 1 lemon
  • 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 teaspoons honey optional
  • salt to taste

Instructions

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  1. Add ingredients to a 16-ounce mason jar and shake until well combined. Alternatively, you can add the ingredients to a high-speed blender or food processor and blend for 10-20 seconds, or until smooth.
  2. Use immediately or store Italian dressing in the refrigerator for up to 1 week between servings. Bring to room temperature for 5-10 minutes and shake well before using.

Notes

  • Italian Seasoning: I love my homemade Italian Seasoning blend. It's what I used when testing this recipe. However, store-bought works too. You'll just need to pay attention to how much salt they have added.
  • Olive Oil: Since olive oil is the base of this dressing, a good, high-quality extra virgin olive oil makes a big difference. If needed, you can swap with avocado oil, but it will slightly change the flavor.
  • White Wine Vinegar: White wine vinegar is the classic choice, but apple cider vinegar can be used instead. Just note that it will give the dressing a slightly fruitier, tangier taste.
  • Mixing and Blending: You can use a mini-prep food processor, NutriBullet blender, or a Vitamix with similar results.
  • Shake Before Each Use: The oil and vinegar naturally separate, so give it a good shake before serving to blend everything back together.

Nutrition Information

Calories 239kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 23g (35%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 6mg (2%) Sodium 143mg (6%) Potassium 33mg (1%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 105IU (2%) Vitamin C 0.9mg (1%) Calcium 136mg (14%) Iron 0.9mg (5%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 5servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 239

% Daily Value*

Calories 239kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 3g 1%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 23g 35%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 6mg 2%
Sodium 143mg 6%
Potassium 33mg 1%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 105IU 2%
Vitamin C 0.9mg 1%
Calcium 136mg 14%
Iron 0.9mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.