Olive Garden Salad Dressing Food Network Kitchen's Copycat
Recreate the iconic taste of your favorite restaurant salad at home with this Olive Garden Salad Dressing copycat recipe from Food Network Kitchen. This easy, no-cook dressing combines creamy mayonnaise, tangy white vinegar, zesty Italian seasoning, and grated Parmesan cheese for a perfectly balanced flavor that's both savory and slightly sweet. A hint of garlic powder, onion powder, and dry mustard powder adds aromatic depth, while a splash of lemon juice brightens the profile. Ready in just 5 minutes, this dressing is ideal for tossing with crisp greens, serving as a veggie dip, or drizzling on your favorite dishes. Make it ahead and let it chill to unlock its full, bold flavor—your salads will never be the same!
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup White vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Dry mustard powder
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, white vinegar, and vegetable oil. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Step 2
Add granulated sugar, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and dry mustard powder. Whisk thoroughly to incorporate the spices.
Step 3
Stir in grated Parmesan cheese to add a savory depth to the dressing.
Step 4
Pour in water and lemon juice, and whisk until the mixture reaches a smooth, pourable consistency. Adjust water quantity if needed to achieve your desired thickness.
Step 5
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning, adding more Italian seasoning or salt if necessary.
Step 6
Transfer the dressing to a sealed container or jar, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld together.
Step 7
Serve over a fresh garden salad, use as a dip for vegetables, or drizzle over your favorite dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (301.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1293.6 |
| Total Fat 118.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 15.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g | |
| Cholesterol 137.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 618.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 52.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 25.5g | |
| Protein 8.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 255.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 100.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories