Italian Dressing Two Sisters Cookbook
Elevate your salads and more with the vibrant flavors of the Italian Dressing from the Two Sisters Cookbook! This quick, homemade classic blends pantry staples like extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and Dijon mustard with the zesty essence of fresh lemon juice, dried oregano, and basil. A touch of honey or sugar balances the tang, while minced garlic adds a bold kick. Ready in just 5 minutes, this versatile dressing is perfect for drizzling over crisp greens, marinating grilled veggies or proteins, or serving as a flavorful bread dip. Its effortless preparation and fresh, vibrant taste make it a must-have recipe for any Italian-inspired meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup Red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove Garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Honey or sugar (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl or a mason jar with a lid, combine the red wine vinegar, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, dried basil, honey (if using), salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
While whisking continuously (or after sealing the jar), slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil. Continue whisking until the ingredients are well emulsified and combined.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or honey for desired balance.
Transfer the dressing to a serving container or keep it in the sealed jar for easy storage.
Refrigerate for up to a week. Shake or whisk again before each use, as separation is natural.
Serve over your favorite fresh salad, use as a marinade for grilled vegetables or proteins, or enjoy as a dipping sauce for bread.
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 | 1301 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 33 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 110 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.
