Homemade Italian Salad Dressing

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Whip up the zesty flavors of the Mediterranean with this quick and irresistible Homemade Italian Salad Dressing made in just 10 minutes! Crafted with wholesome ingredients like extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and freshly squeezed lemon juice, this dressing is perfectly balanced with a touch of honey, Dijon mustard, and a blend of aromatic Italian herbs like oregano, basil, and thyme. A pinch of red pepper flakes adds a subtle kick, while an optional sprinkle of Parmesan cheese lends a savory twist. Whether drizzled over crisp greens, tossed with pasta salads, or used as a flavorful marinade for chicken or vegetables, this versatile dressing is a pantry staple you'll turn to again and again. Plus, being homemade means no unnecessary preservatives—just fresh, bold flavors that elevate any dish!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 10 min
• Servings: 8 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

13 items

• 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.25 cup Red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 teaspoons Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, freshly grated (optional)

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. In a medium-sized bowl or a mason jar, combine the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and freshly squeezed lemon juice.

2. Add the honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic to the mixture.

3. Sprinkle in the dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, salt, ground black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes.

4. If you are using Parmesan cheese, stir it into the mixture at this step.

5. Whisk the ingredients together in the bowl or seal the mason jar and shake vigorously until the dressing is well combined and emulsified.

6. Taste the dressing and adjust the seasonings as needed (add more salt, pepper, or honey to suit your preference).

7. Transfer the dressing to a salad dressing container or keep it in the mason jar for storage.

8. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving. Shake well before using.

9. Serve over your favorite salad, pasta, or use as a marinade for proteins. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (30.6g)

Calories		142
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		14.8 g	19%
	Saturated Fat	2.4 g	12%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		1 mg	0%
Sodium		156 mg	7%
Total Carbohydrate		2.2 g	1%
	Dietary Fiber	0.1 g	0%
	Total Sugars	1.5 g
Protein		0.6 g	1%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		21 mg	2%
Iron		0.3 mg	2%
Potassium		17 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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1067 cal (92.4%%)

Protein: 17 cal (1.5%%)

Carbs: 69 cal (6.0%%)