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An easy creamy Italian dressing recipe.

Creamy Italian Dressing

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  • Author: Erin Jensen
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: Approx. 1 cup
  • Category: Salad Dressing
  • Method: Mixing Bowl
  • Cuisine: American

Description

A light and delicious, homemade Italian dressing recipe that is a great addition to any salad recipe!


Ingredients

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  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil (sub avocado oil)
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest, more to taste
  • 1 small garlic clove
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano 
  • 2 teaspoons dried parsley
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2 tablespoons high quality mayo, more as needed

Instructions

  1. Place all ingredients, except the parmesan cheese and mayo, in a small food processor or blender. Blend on high for 1-2 minutes or until fully combined.
  2. Add parmesan and mayo; blend again for 1 minute.
  3. Taste and add additional salt, vinegar or herbs, as desired.
  4. Serve immediately – we love it on a classic House Salad!
  5. Or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator to use later. Dressing will separate naturally, simply re-whisk prior to use.

Notes

  • Storage: keep in the fridge for up to 1 week.
  • Dairy-Free: to make this creamy salad dressing dairy-free, use a dairy-free parmesan cheese and mayo or use a plain dairy-free yogurt.
  • Love Italian Dressing: try our Hearty Italian Dressing for more of a vinaigrette (not creamy) option!

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 104
  • Sugar: 0.1 g
  • Sodium: 184.3 mg
  • Fat: 11.2 g
  • Carbohydrates: 0.9 g
  • Protein: 1 g
  • Cholesterol: 4.3 mg