Fresh Italian Herb Dressing Recipe

Elevate your salads and dishes with this vibrant, homemade Italian herb dressing! Inspired by Martha Stewart, this recipe gets a delicious upgrade with extra herbs, sweet Vidalia onion, and sharp Parmesan cheese. It's quick, easy, and bursting with fresh, herbaceous flavor – perfect for everyday use or special occasions. Get ready to experience a dressing that transforms your meals!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 168.5 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.8 (6 Reviews)
Fresh Italian Herb Dressing

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Fresh Italian Herb Dressing

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How to Make Fresh Italian Herb Dressing

  1. Mince 2 cloves garlic. Finely grate 1/4 cup Vidalia onion.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, the grated onion, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1/4 cup red wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar, and 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil and 1/4 cup olive oil.
  4. Slowly drizzle the oil mixture into the vinegar mixture, whisking constantly until the dressing emulsifies and thickens.
  5. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme, 1 teaspoon celery seeds, and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
  6. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper.
  7. Refrigerate in an airtight container for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld (up to 1 week).
  8. Enjoy! Drizzle over your favorite salads, pasta dishes, or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

12g

Carbs

0g