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Italian Salad Dressing

A classic Italian salad dressing that is tangy, flavorful, and perfect for drizzling over fresh salads.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dressing, Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing Base
  • 1 cup olive oil extra virgin
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon sugar optional, to taste

Method
 

Prepare the Dressing
  1. In a jar, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar if using.
  2. Seal the jar tightly and shake vigorously until all ingredients are well combined.
  3. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  4. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to one week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 1gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 200mg

Notes

For best flavor, allow the dressing to sit for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.

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