Delicious Italian Salad Dressing

Transform your salads with this *Delicious Italian Salad Dressing*—a homemade blend that’s bursting with vibrant, zesty flavors. This easy-to-make dressing combines rich extra virgin olive oil, tangy red wine vinegar, and a splash of fresh lemon juice for the perfect balance of acidity. Freshly minced garlic, Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey create a complex and mouthwatering profile, while dried oregano and basil bring an authentic Italian flair. For an extra layer of indulgence, grated Parmesan cheese can be added to deepen its creamy, savory notes. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing is perfect for drizzling over leafy greens, pasta salads, or even grilled vegetables. Plus, it’s easy to store—just refrigerate in an airtight container and shake well before serving. Elevate your salad game with this quick and flavorful dressing that's sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.25 cup Red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese (optional, grated)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves, or use a garlic press for convenience.

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl or a jar with a lid, combine the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and fresh lemon juice.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper to the oil mixture.

Step 4

Whisk the ingredients together vigorously until well emulsified. If using a jar, you can simply shake it until combined.

Step 5

Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.

Step 6

If desired, stir in grated Parmesan cheese for a richer flavor profile.

Step 7

Use immediately over your favorite salad or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 1 week. Shake well before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(242.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1064.9

Total Fat 116.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 4mg	0%
Sodium 1450.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 11.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.8g	0%
Total Sugars 6.6g
Protein 4.5g	0%

Vitamin D 4IU	0%
Calcium 149.2mg	0%
Iron 0.9mg	0%
Potassium 127.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 94.4%

Protein: 1.6%

Carbs: 4.0%