Description
This Copycat Olive Garden Salad Dressing recipe captures the tangy and herbaceous flavors of the beloved restaurant’s classic dressing. Made with a blend of mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and Italian herbs, it is perfect for drizzling over crisp Romaine lettuce and fresh vegetables, bringing authentic Italian-American salad dressing right to your kitchen.
Ingredients
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Salad Dressing Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/3 cup lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, dried parsley, dried basil, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and grated parmesan cheese if using, until smooth and well combined.
- Store the Dressing: Pour the dressing into a salad dressing container or airtight jar. Seal tightly and refrigerate to allow the flavors to meld, and keep it fresh for up to 4 weeks.
- Serve Salad: For a classic Olive Garden Salad, arrange a bed of Romaine lettuce on a plate, and top with thinly sliced red onion, tomato wedges, whole pepperoncini peppers, kalamata olives, crunchy croutons, a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese, and freshly cracked black pepper. Drizzle the dressing just before serving.
Notes
- This dressing can be stored refrigerated for up to 4 weeks in an airtight container.
- Parmesan cheese is optional but adds richness and authentic flavor.
- Adjust the lemon juice and vinegar quantities based on your preferred tanginess.
- Freshly cracked black pepper on the salad enhances flavor.
- Use fresh herbs if preferred, but dried herbs offer convenience and consistent flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad Dressing
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: Olive Garden dressing, copycat salad dressing, Italian salad dressing, creamy Italian dressing, homemade salad dressing, copycat recipe
