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Homemade Creamy Italian Dressing

Skip the store bought and easily make your own, at home!
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 9 oz
Calories 170kcal
Author Tracy

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 1 oz
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese .25 oz

Notes

This recipe yields just over 1 cup of dressing prepared, 9 oz by weight, and the nutritional value is approximately by weight.
Storage
Store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 1 week. 
Reemulsify
Store in a mason jar or other sealable jar to be able to give the dressing a good shake before using, as the ingredients will separate. 
Substitutions
Extra virgin olive oil: You can use another olive oil or neutral oil.
Parmesan Cheese: Romano or Asiago are also great choices.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 170kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 174mg | Potassium: 12mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 17IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.3mg
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