Greek House Salad Dressing
Elevate your salads with this tangy and flavorful Greek House Salad Dressing, a quick and easy recipe that infuses your greens with Mediterranean flair in just 5 minutes. Made with wholesome ingredients like extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, fresh lemon juice, and minced garlic, this homemade dressing strikes the perfect balance of zesty, savory, and slightly sweet flavors. A hint of Dijon mustard and a touch of honey add a subtle depth, while dried oregano brings a classic Greek touch. Whisk it all together for a perfectly emulsified dressing that pairs beautifully with crispy romaine, juicy tomatoes, cucumbers, and salty feta. This versatile dressing is not only fresher and healthier than store-bought but also customizable to your taste. Perfect for drizzling over salads, marinating proteins, or dipping warm pita, it’s a pantry staple you’ll return to again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoons Honey
- 0.5 teaspoons Kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Water (optional for thinning)
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the red wine vinegar, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, Dijon mustard, honey, kosher salt, and black pepper.
Whisk the ingredients together to ensure the honey and mustard are fully incorporated.
Slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil while whisking constantly to create a smooth and emulsified mixture.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your preferences.
If a thinner consistency is desired, whisk in 1 tablespoon of water at a time until you reach your preferred texture.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Shake or stir well before serving and drizzle over your favorite Greek salad. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1096 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 120.2 g | 154% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.5 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 415 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.3 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 99 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.
