Herb Infused Italian Style Salad Dressing
Elevate your salads to gourmet status with this Herb-Infused Italian Style Salad Dressing, a versatile and vibrant recipe bursting with fresh, garden-inspired flavors. Made with extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and a harmonious blend of garlic, Dijon mustard, and honey for a perfect balance of tangy and sweet, this dressing is further enriched with the herbaceous notes of fresh parsley, basil, and classic dried oregano. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy homemade salad dressing ensures every drizzle is infused with zesty, aromatic goodness. Perfect for leafy greens, grilled vegetables, or as a marinade, this dressing is a must-have for anyone seeking to add healthy, homemade flair to their dishes. Store it in the fridge for up to a week and enjoy fresh, bold flavors every time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup Red wine vinegar
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh basil, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves or use a garlic press to extract the garlic paste.
In a small mixing bowl or a mason jar with a lid, combine the minced garlic, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, dried oregano, salt, and ground black pepper.
Whisk or shake the mixture until the ingredients are well blended.
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil, whisking constantly, until the dressing is emulsified and smooth. If using a mason jar, you can securely close the lid and shake vigorously to achieve the same result.
Stir in the finely chopped parsley and basil to infuse the dressing with fresh herbal notes.
Add 2 tablespoons of water to thin the dressing slightly for easier drizzling, and whisk or shake again to combine.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. For a tangier flavor, add more vinegar; for a milder taste, add a touch more honey.
Transfer the dressing to a clean glass jar or bottle and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the herbs to infuse further.
Shake well before each use. The dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1108 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 120.2 g | 154% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.5 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1306 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.9 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.9 g | ||
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 51 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 163 mg | 3% | |
*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.
