Easy DIY Italian Dressing Recipe

You’re going to adore this tangy homemade Easy Italian Dressing prepared in just a few minutes with a handful of basic pantry staples! Ideal for salads, vegetables, marinades, and beyond!

No need to buy salad dressings from the supermarket when it’s so simple to whip up! You’ll only need a few pantry staples to create this straightforward Italian salad dressing in a quick 5 minutes. The mix of oil, vinegar, rich parmesan cheese, fresh garlic, and aromatic herbs makes this one of my preferred dressings, which you can use for much more than just salads!

Reasons to Love This Recipe

• Fresh, zesty, and incredibly tasty!
• Quick and easy to make with basic pantry items in just 5 minutes.
• The taste of fresh grated parmesan cheese is absolutely delightful in this dressing!
• Perfect for salads, chicken, grilled vegetables, marinating chicken, fish, or steak, and much more.

Ingredients Required

This simple Italian dressing recipe calls for just a few basic ingredients that you likely have at home in your pantry or refrigerator! Here’s what you’ll need:

• olive oil – I prefer a quality olive oil that doesn’t have to be pricey; just ensure it’s cold-pressed and organic for maximum flavor (in my view).
• white wine vinegar – adds a lovely tang and a bit of kick to the dressing. You can also substitute with apple cider vinegar or champagne vinegar.
• parmesan cheese – this is a must-have in the dressing, contributing significant depth of flavor; just make sure it’s grated parmesan.
• dijon mustard – adds a hint of tang and helps emulsify the dressing.
• honey – a single teaspoon is sufficient and truly enhances the balance of vinegar and savory flavors. You can also use maple syrup or another natural sweetener instead of honey.
• garlic – I prefer fresh garlic for my salad dressings; however, a 1/4 teaspoon of dried minced garlic or garlic powder works well if that’s what’s on hand.
• herbs – a mix of dried oregano, dried basil, and dried parsley; you can also include fresh herbs if desired.
• salt + pepper – necessary for seasoning the dressing and enhancing flavor.

Making Italian Dressing

I enjoy crafting homemade dressings and vinaigrettes because they are incredibly EASY and can be prepared in less than 5 minutes. Just whisk all the ingredients together in a bowl or jar, or blend them using a blender or NutriBullet until smooth. Store the dressing in a sealed airtight container in the fridge until needed. This Italian dressing can be kept in the fridge for up to 5 days, but it tastes best when it’s as fresh as possible.

I personally prefer to keep my dressings in mason jars because they have a secure seal, are convenient for on-the-go, and allow you to simply add all the ingredients and shake the jar well!

Uses for This Dressing

• As a dressing for salads or wraps
• Drizzle over tomatoes, cucumbers, and assorted veggies
• Marinade for chicken, shrimp, or fish
• In pasta salads or blended with quinoa or other grain bowls.
• As a dip for bread or vegetables

Additional Dressings You Might Enjoy

I hope you all cherish my Easy Italian Dressing! If you like this recipe as much as we do, please leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ rating below and tag me on Instagram using the hashtag #eatyourselfskinny! I love seeing your tasty renditions!