Dairy-Free Olive Garden Salad Dressing
Elevate your salads with this Dairy-Free Olive Garden Salad Dressing, a rich and tangy alternative to the classic restaurant favorite—perfect for those seeking vegan or lactose-free options. Made with creamy vegan mayonnaise, zesty white wine vinegar, and a hint of lemon juice, this homemade dressing delivers bold flavors without compromising dietary needs. A balanced blend of dried Italian seasoning, parsley, and garlic powder creates an authentic Italian-inspired flavor profile, while a touch of sugar and mustard ensures a smooth and savory finish. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing can double as a dip for fresh vegetables or be tossed with crisp greens for an irresistible salad experience. Make ahead and refrigerate to let the flavors shine—your next salad is about to get a gourmet makeover! Perfect for anyone searching for vegan Olive Garden dressing recipes or dairy-free salad dressing ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup White wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.25 cup Vegan mayonnaise
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, pour in the extra virgin olive oil and white wine vinegar.
Add the lemon juice and vegan mayonnaise to the bowl.
Whisk together until well combined and the mixture is smooth.
Add the garlic powder, dried Italian seasoning, dried parsley, salt, sugar, and black pepper.
Continue to whisk until all dry ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
Whisk in the yellow mustard and water until the dressing is emulsified and smooth.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or sugar to match your preference.
Transfer the dressing into a glass jar or bottle with a lid for easy storage.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld together.
Shake well before serving over your favorite salad or use as a dip for fresh vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
148 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.7 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 163 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.2 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 5 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 10 mg | 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.
