Mama's Italian Salad Dressing

Mama's Italian Salad Dressing is a homemade masterpiece that elevates any salad with its vibrant, zesty flavors. This classic recipe combines pantry staples like extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and Dijon mustard with a touch of sweetness from honey and the bold essence of minced garlic, dried oregano, and basil. A splash of freshly squeezed lemon juice adds brightness, while optional red pepper flakes deliver just the right amount of heat for those who crave a little kick. Ready in just 10 minutes, this emulsified dressing is the perfect balance of tangy and savory, making it an ideal pairing for crisp greens, roasted vegetables, or even a fresh pasta salad. Store it in the fridge for up to a week and enjoy its lively, homemade charm any day of the week. Perfect for those seeking an easy, flavorful, and versatile homemade Italian dressing recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 37/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl or a glass jar with a lid, add the red wine vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and ground black pepper.

Step 2

Whisk or shake the jar until the ingredients are well combined and the honey is fully dissolved.

Step 3

Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while continuously whisking, or add the oil to the jar, seal it with a lid, and shake vigorously until the dressing emulsifies.

Step 4

Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or a pinch of red pepper flakes for some heat, if desired.

Step 5

Serve immediately over your favorite salad, or store in an airtight container or jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake well before each use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(109.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	409.9

Total Fat 43.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1297.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 9.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.7g	0%
Total Sugars 6.2g
Protein 0.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 28.2mg	0%
Iron 0.8mg	0%
Potassium 69.4mg	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: 91.1%

Protein: 0.5%

Carbs: 8.4%