Vegan Olive Garden Salad Dressing
Recreate the iconic flavors of Olive Garden's beloved salad dressing with this Vegan Olive Garden Salad Dressing recipe—perfect for plant-based foodies or anyone looking for a lighter, dairy-free alternative! This creamy, tangy dressing combines vegan mayonnaise, extra-virgin olive oil, and apple cider vinegar with a zesty blend of garlic powder, dried Italian herbs, and nutritional yeast for a subtle cheesy note. Sweetened with agave syrup and brightened with fresh lemon juice, it achieves a beautiful balance of flavors that pairs perfectly with crisp greens or even as a dip for veggies. Ready in just 10 minutes, this simple yet flavorful dressing can be prepped ahead and stored to elevate salads for days. Indulge in the homemade charm of restaurant-style vegan dressing while staying true to your dietary choices! Keywords: Vegan Olive Garden Salad Dressing, dairy-free Italian dressing, plant-based recipes, homemade salad dressing.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Vegan mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Agave syrup
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian herbs
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Nutritional yeast
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the vegan mayonnaise and extra-virgin olive oil. Whisk together until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Add the apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and agave syrup to the bowl. Continue whisking until all the liquid ingredients are well combined with the mayo and oil.
Sprinkle in the garlic powder, dried Italian herbs, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to distribute the spices evenly throughout the dressing.
Finally, add the nutritional yeast, which gives the dressing a slightly cheesy flavor. Mix thoroughly to ensure that the nutritional yeast is fully incorporated.
To adjust the seasoning, taste the dressing and add more salt or lemon juice, if desired.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Shake or stir the dressing before serving it over a fresh green salad for a delicious, vegan-friendly dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
759 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.0 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 23.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 54 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 2310 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.6 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.8 g | ||
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 19 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 236 mg | 5% | |
*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.
