Mediterranean Diet Olive Garden Salad Dressing
Transform your salads into vibrant Mediterranean-inspired creations with this homemade Olive Garden Salad Dressing, crafted to fit the heart-healthy Mediterranean diet. This easy, 10-minute recipe combines extra virgin olive oil, tangy red wine vinegar, and a splash of fresh lemon juice with pantry staples like Dijon mustard, honey, and aromatic dried herbs such as basil and oregano to deliver a zesty, wholesome flavor. Perfectly balanced with garlic powder, sea salt, and a pinch of black pepper, this dressing is light, flavorful, and versatile enough to pair with crisp greens, grain bowls, or roasted veggies. Simple to make and even easier to store, this Mediterranean salad dressing brings a fresh twist to your everyday meals while staying nutrient-rich and deliciously satisfying. Keywords: Mediterranean diet, Olive Garden salad dressing, healthy salad dressing recipe, homemade dressing, heart-healthy recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup Red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl or a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar.
Add the Dijon mustard and honey, and whisk (or shake the jar) until the mixture is well combined and slightly emulsified.
Stir in the garlic powder, dried oregano, and dried basil.
Season the dressing with salt and black pepper to taste.
Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice and water, whisking or shaking well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Taste the dressing and adjust any seasonings as needed, adding a bit more salt, pepper, or vinegar based on personal preference.
For best results, let the dressing sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Store in the refrigerator in a sealed container for up to 1 week. Shake well before each use as separation is natural.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1036 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.2 g | 148% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1529 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.1 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 31 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 96 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.
