Homemade Italian Dressing

Italian dressing in a glass carafe in front of a bowl of salad

5 from 7 votes

Homemade Italian Dressing

This simple homemade Italian Dressing is a zesty mix of flavorful herbs, savory Parmesan, and bright lemon to complement any salad.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Dressing

Cuisine: American, Italian

Total Cost: $2.77 recipe / $0.35 serving

Servings: 2 Tbsp each

Calories: 130kcal

Author: Beth Moncel

Equipment

Jelly Jars

Ingredients

½ cup extra virgin olive oil $1.76
3 Tbsp red wine vinegar $0.30
1 Tbsp lemon juice $0.08
2 tsp Dijon mustard $0.04
¼ tsp garlic powder $0.02*
1 Tbsp Italian seasoning blend $0.30
½ tsp salt $0.02
¼ tsp black pepper freshly cracked, $0.02
½ tsp granulated sugar $0.01
2 Tbsp Parmesan grated, $0.22**

Instructions

Add all of the ingredients to a jar or bowl. If using a jar, screw the lid on tightly and shake until the ingredients are incorporated. If using a bowl, whisk until the ingredients are incorporated. Give the dressing a quick shake or whisk just before serving.

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Notes

*You can use one minced clove of fresh garlic in place of the garlic powder if you prefer a stronger garlic flavor.

**Bottled grated Parmesan with cellulose (an anti-caking agent) may clump slightly, but will still taste great.

Nutrition

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