Your Basic Italian Dressing Recipe

Elevate your salads and roasts with this incredibly versatile Italian dressing mix! Perfect for gifting (make a batch for friends!), this dry mix is also a fantastic seasoning for chicken and pot roast. Our updated recipe makes it easier than ever to create a restaurant-quality dressing in minutes. Skip the store-bought stuff and make your own delicious, fresh dressing whenever you crave it!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 6.4 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Your Basic Italian Dressing

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How to Make Your Basic Italian Dressing

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Store the dry mix in an airtight container or zip-top bag in a cool, dry place. This mix will keep for up to 3 months.
  3. To prepare the dressing: In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine 1/4 cup white vinegar, 2/3 cup canola oil, 2 tablespoons water, and 2 tablespoons of the dry Italian dressing mix.
  4. Secure the lid and shake vigorously to emulsify the dressing.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

36 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

0g

Carbs

0g