Description
Olive Garden salad dressing brings Italian zest to homemade greens with creamy, tangy perfection. Whisked together in minutes, this copycat recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor that elevates your salad from ordinary to extraordinary.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all dressing ingredients in a compact mixing vessel, ensuring each component is readily accessible.
- Employ a whisk to thoroughly blend mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, basil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and optional parmesan cheese until the mixture achieves a smooth, uniform consistency.
- Transfer the freshly whisked dressing into a dedicated salad dressing container, ensuring a tight seal.
- Refrigerate the prepared dressing in an airtight container, which will maintain its robust flavor profile and creamy texture for up to 4 weeks.
- Before serving, gently shake or stir the dressing to reincorporate any settled ingredients and restore its original vibrant blend.
Notes
- Opt for fresh herbs to elevate the dressing’s flavor profile and enhance its aromatic qualities.
- Adjust the vinegar-to-oil ratio for a tangier or more mellow taste depending on personal preference.
- Try adding a touch of honey or Dijon mustard to create a more complex, balanced dressing.
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for some of the mayonnaise to reduce calories while maintaining creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg