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Olive Garden Dressing

Homemade Olive Garden Dressing That Beats Store-Bought!

This creamy and flavorful Olive Garden dressing is quick to make and enhances any salad.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ cup white vinegar
  • ½ cup mayonnaise light or avocado mayo can be used
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar adjust to taste or use honey
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
For Flavor Enhancement
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning to taste
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated

Equipment

  • Medium bowl or jar

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine the base ingredients: In a medium bowl or jar, add the olive oil, white vinegar, mayonnaise, granulated sugar, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Stir or shake until well combined.
  2. Season the mixture: Add salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix or shake again until incorporated.
  3. Taste and adjust: Taste the dressing and add more sugar or honey if desired. Let sit for 5 minutes for flavors to meld.
  4. Serve or store: Drizzle over salads or store in a tight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 1gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 1gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 15mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better emulsification. Shake well before serving.

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