Dressing 1 Low Sodium Italian Dressing
Elevate your salads and marinades with this simple yet flavorful Low Sodium Italian Dressing, perfect for health-conscious eaters looking to cut back on salt without compromising on taste. Made with heart-healthy olive oil, tangy red wine vinegar, and a blend of aromatic herbs like oregano and basil, this easy homemade dressing comes together in just 10 minutes. A hint of Dijon mustard adds depth, while the optional touch of honey balances the tanginess with a subtle sweetness. This versatile, low-sodium recipe is perfect for drizzling over leafy greens, tossing with pasta salads, or using as a marinade for grilled vegetables and proteins. Quick to make and easy to store, it’s a deliciously wholesome alternative to store-bought dressings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Honey (optional, for a touch of sweetness)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl or jar with a lid, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, and water.
Add the minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, onion powder, Dijon mustard, and ground black pepper to the bowl or jar.
If you prefer a slightly sweeter dressing, stir in the optional honey at this stage.
Whisk all the ingredients together thoroughly until the mixture is emulsified, or, if using a jar, seal the lid tightly and shake vigorously until the ingredients are well mixed.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if necessary, ensuring to keep it low sodium.
Store the Italian dressing in an airtight container or jar in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Shake or whisk before each use as separation may occur.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1064 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.1 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.4 g | 87% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 122 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.8 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 39 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 92 mg | 2% | |
*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.
