Creamy Italian Salad Dressing: Easy Homemade Goodness

This Homemade Creamy Italian Salad Dressing is a fresh, customizable, and quick dressing that enhances your meals.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Side Dishes

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 120

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

1 cup mayonnaise can substitute with Greek yogurt
½ cup sour cream can substitute with dairy-free yogurt
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil use high-quality for best flavor

For the Flavor

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar can substitute with apple cider vinegar
1 unit lemon juice freshly squeezed is best
1 teaspoon onion powder or use fresh onion for stronger flavor
1 teaspoon garlic powder or substitute with minced fresh garlic
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning or use fresh herbs
1 teaspoon dried basil or use fresh basil, adjusting quantity
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese can substitute with nutritional yeast

For Seasoning

1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground recommended

Equipment

Medium bowl
whisk
airtight container

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, and extra virgin olive oil until smooth and creamy.
Add red wine vinegar and lemon juice, whisking vigorously until well combined.
Stir in onion powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, Parmesan cheese, and dried basil, blending thoroughly.
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed.
Transfer the dressing to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before use.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 25mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the herbs and vinegars to fit your personal taste. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week.

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