Description
An easy and delicious homemade Italian dressing that elevates simple salads and meats with bold, zesty flavors.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- ¾ cup olive oil (extra virgin tastes best)
- ¼ cup vinegar (red wine vinegar is classic, white wine vinegar works too)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (helps blend the dressing)
Seasonings
- 2 cloves garlic (fresh minced or garlic powder)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- to taste salt (wakes up the vinegar flavor)
- to taste black pepper
Optional Add-ins
- 1 pinch sugar or honey (to counterbalance sharpness)
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper (for heat)
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan (for a savory edge)
Instructions
Preparation
- Add vinegar, mustard, salt, pepper, and seasonings to a jar.
- Stir or swirl to dissolve the salt a bit.
- Add olive oil.
- Put the lid on tightly and shake for 15 to 20 seconds.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. More salt, more vinegar, more herbs can be added to taste.
Notes
Store in a glass jar in the fridge. This dressing lasts about 1-2 weeks if made without fresh ingredients, 4-7 days if fresh garlic or herbs are added.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dressing, Side
- Cuisine: Italian