Zesty Italian Dressing
This flavorful zesty Italian dressing is perfect for drizzling over your favorite green salads, tossing with pasta salads, or even using as a marinade. It's bright, herbaceous, and has just the right amount of tang!
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar or freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon homemade Italian seasoning store bought is also fine
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl or jar with a tight-fitting lid, add the olive oil, red wine vinegar or lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, oregano, and Italian seasoning (if using).
- Add a generous pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Whisk vigorously until emulsified, or secure the lid and shake the jar until the dressing is fully combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Add more salt, pepper, or a splash of vinegar or lemon juice to brighten, if needed.
- Use immediately, or refrigerate in a sealed jar for up to 5 days. Bring to room temperature and shake well before serving.
Notes
- Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor. It’s the base of the dressing, so make it count!
- Mince garlic finely or use a microplane to avoid big bites of raw garlic.
- Let it sit for 10–15 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld beautifully.
- Double the batch and keep it on hand for quick salads, marinades, or roasted veggies all week.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 81kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.2g | Protein: 0.05g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 5mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.01g | Vitamin A: 3IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.1mg
