Maggiano's House Dressing My Way

Elevate your salads with the rich, tangy, and perfectly balanced flavors of "Maggiano's House Dressing My Way." This homemade version of the iconic house dressing combines extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of sugar for a smooth, well-rounded base. Aromatic dried oregano and basil, along with fresh minced garlic, add herbaceous depth, while creamy mayonnaise and grated Parmesan cheese create a velvety texture that's utterly luxurious. The dressing is effortlessly emulsified for a silky finish, making it ideal for drizzling over crisp greens, using as a dip, or even marinating your favorite proteins and veggies. Ready in just 10 minutes, this recipe promises bold flavor in every bite and is a must-have addition to your dressing rotation.

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.25 cup Red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the red wine vinegar, water, granulated sugar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until the sugar is dissolved and the spices are evenly distributed.

Step 2

Add the mayonnaise and grated Parmesan cheese to the bowl. Whisk vigorously until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Step 3

Slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil while whisking continuously. This will help emulsify the dressing and create a creamy consistency.

Step 4

Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or sugar to your preference.

Step 5

Pour the dressing into a jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Shake well before serving. Drizzle over your favorite salad or use as a marinade for vegetables or proteins.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(273.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1377.8

Total Fat 144.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 35mg	0%
Sodium 1626.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 20.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.6g	0%
Total Sugars 12.5g
Protein 2.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 83.0mg	0%
Iron 0.7mg	0%
Potassium 71.3mg	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: 93.5%

Protein: 0.6%

Carbs: 5.9%