Pesto Salad Dressing
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
1 min
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Total Time
1 min
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Servings
2 servings
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Calories
249 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Italian
Pesto Salad Dressing
Description
The Pesto Salad Dressing recipe calls for combining prepared pesto with quality extra virgin olive oil, mayonnaise for creaminess, Dijon mustard for a subtle bite, and fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavors. Blending these ingredients creates an emulsified dressing with a harmonious balance of herbal, acidic, and savory elements.
This dressing can be whisked by hand or shaken in a sealed jar to ensure the oil and other ingredients do not separate. It is versatile enough for green salads, pasta salads, or drizzling over grilled vegetables. Adjusting the olive oil or lemon juice quantity affects thickness and acidity.
To maintain a smooth consistency, let the dressing come to room temperature if chilled, then shake or stir well before use. Choosing a vegetarian or vegan pesto ensures compatibility with dietary needs.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon pesto
- 2 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 0.5 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 lemon juice only
Instructions
- Put all of the ingredients into a bowl.
- Mix well to combine.
Notes
- Shake or whisk thoroughly to emulsify the dressing and prevent separation.
- Adjust olive oil and lemon juice quantities to thicken or thin the dressing as desired.
- If chilled dressing solidifies, bring it to room temperature and re-shake before serving.
- Use a vegetarian or vegan brand of pesto to keep the dressing vegetarian.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 249 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 249kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 203mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 78mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 324IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 29mg | 32% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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