Best 9 Quick Italian Salad Dressing Recipes

Craving a burst of Italian flavor that's ready in a snap? Look no further than our guide to quick Italian salad dressing recipes! From classic vinaigrette to creamy Caesar, we'll provide you with a variety of options to tantalize your taste buds and complement your favorite salads. Get ready to discover simple and delicious dressings that will transform your salads into culinary masterpieces!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

THE BEST EVER CLASSIC ITALIAN SALAD DRESSING

The Best Ever Classic Italian Salad Dressing image

Provided by Bruce Bradley

Categories Dressings & Condiments

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/2 cup vinegar (white wine, red wine, or balsamic are our favorites)
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon onion granules (see notes)
1/4 teaspoon salt or less to taste
freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

Choose the vinegar you want for the base of your Italian dressing and pour into a salad dressing carafe.
Add olive oil, garlic, and dried seasonings. Shake and it's ready to serve.

ITALIAN SALAD DRESSING

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This is the salad dressing I grew up with that my mom created. As a child, I didn't realize there were any alternatives. To this day, my mom's salad dressing is still a favorite. Very simple to prepare. If you make it a little ahead of time, it will allow the flavors to blend. I hope you enjoy it!

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories Salad Dressings

Time 2m

Yield 1 cup, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 teaspoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

Combine all ingredients in a bottle.
Shake to blend.
Allow flavors to blend about an hour or so, Will even be more flavorful the following day. Be sure to refrigerate any leftovers.
Makes about 1 cup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.8, Fat 41, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 0.4, Sodium 879.6, Carbohydrate 2.6, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 2.2, Protein 0.2

QUICK ITALIAN SALAD

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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup grated Parmesan (pre-grated in a pack from the store)
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon vinegar
2 teaspoons black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 clove garlic, pressed
Juice of 1 lemon
1 head romaine lettuce, roughly chopped
1/2 head iceberg lettuce, chunked
6 whole pepperoncini
1/2 cup whole black olives
1/2 cup whole red cherry tomatoes
1/2 small red onion, very thinly sliced into circles
1/3 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

For the dressing: In a blender, add the olive oil, mayonnaise, Parmesan, parsley, sugar, vinegar, black pepper, salt, red pepper flakes, garlic and lemon juice and blend until pureed.
For the salad: Put the romaine and iceberg greens in a large bowl and toss with the dressing. Top the salad with the pepperoncini, olives, tomatoes and onions. Sprinkle with Parmesan at the end.

QUICK ITALIAN SALAD DRESSING

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As a diabetic who likes salads, I was tired of plain vinegar and oil topping the greens. So I came up with this tongue-tingling dressing.-George Greenauer, Spencerport, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 2/3 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1/4 cup canola oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon finely chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Sugar substitute equivalent to 2 to 4 teaspoons sugar

Steps:

Combine all ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition Facts :

SIMPLE ITALIAN SALAD DRESSING

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Make your own Italian salad dressing with this simple recipe for a fresh, homemade flavor that beats bottled every time. Variations are included.

Provided by John Mitzewich

Categories Appetizer Side Dish Entree Condiment Salad

Time 10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1 1/2 cups olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried Italian herb blend
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic (crushed and finely minced)

Steps:

Gather the ingredients.
Combine all of the ingredients in a glass jar with a screw-on lid or another container with a tight-fitting lid.
Tighten the lid and shake vigorously for 1 minute.
Serve immediately or refrigerate. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 kcal, Carbohydrate 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 49 mg, Sugar 0 g, Fat 20 g, ServingSize 2 cups (16 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

BASIC ITALIAN SALAD DRESSING

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This Basic Italian Salad dressing is great for turning mixed greens, steamed broccoli or asparagus spears into a delicious salad.

Provided by Sue Ann Scarcia-Barry

Categories Garlic Herb No-Cook Quick & Easy Salad Dressing Bon Appétit Pennsylvania

Yield Makes about 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

6 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 teaspoon dried basil, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
Pinch of dried oregano

Steps:

Combine all ingredients in small bowl and whisk to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)

QUICK ITALIAN SALAD WITH A CREAMY DRESSING(PIONEER WOMAN)

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Yes, quick and easy and delicious! Ree Drummond made this for her helper Josh and her daughter for lunch. They had been out roping cattle. She served with pizza burgers and a French silk pie for dessert. Yum!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories Salad Dressings

Time 20m

Yield 6-8

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (pre-grated in a pack or grate it yourself)
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley (if I have a little fresh basil, I throw that in too)
1 tablespoon sugar (I like to use honey)
1 tablespoon vinegar (red wine vinegar is good )
2 teaspoons black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 garlic clove, pressed
1 lemon, juice of
1 head romaine lettuce, roughly chopped
1/2 head iceberg lettuce, chunked (I like to use baby greens instead)
5 -6 whole pepperoncini peppers (Ree left them whole, but you can use sliced)
1/2 cup black olives
1/2 cup whole cherry tomatoes
1/2 small red onion, very thinly sliced into circles
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

For the dressing: In a blender, add the olive oil, mayonnaise, Parmesan, parsley, sugar, vinegar, black pepper, salt, red pepper flakes, garlic and lemon juice and blend until pureed.
For the salad: Put the romaine and iceberg greens in a large bowl and toss with the dressing. Top the salad with the pepperoncini, olives, tomatoes and onions. Sprinkle with Parmesan at the end.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.6, Fat 25.8, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 11.1, Sodium 1417.5, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 7.8, Protein 6.5

ITALIAN SALAD DRESSING RECIPE BY TASTY

Italian Salad Dressing Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: garlic, fresh oregano, fresh parsley, fresh basil, salt, freshly ground black pepper, white wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil

Provided by Matthew Johnson

Time 30m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh oregano, minced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
1 tablespoon fresh basil, minced
salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 cup white wine vinegar
1 cup extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

Add the ingredients into a mason jar. Screw the lid on tightly and shake vigorously.
The dressing can remain in the fridge for 1-2 weeks.
Pour over your favorite salad ingredients and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Carbohydrate 0 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 0 grams, Sugar 0 grams

CREAMY ITALIAN DRESSING I

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A wonderful, thick dressing - my favorite.

Provided by Cathy

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Italian Dressing

Time 10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 cup mayonnaise
½ small onion
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon white sugar
¾ teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

In a blender or food processor, combine mayonnaise, onion, vinegar, and sugar. Season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 calories, Carbohydrate 2.4 g, Cholesterol 7 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 153 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the dressing will be. Look for ripe tomatoes, fresh herbs, and good-quality olive oil.
Taste as you go: Adjust the seasonings to your liking. You can add more or less lemon juice, vinegar, salt, and pepper to suit your taste.
Let the dressing rest for a bit: This will allow the flavors to meld together and develop. You can make the dressing ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Use the dressing on a variety of salads: Italian dressing is a versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of salads, from simple green salads to more complex salads with grilled chicken, vegetables, or fruit.
Experiment with different variations: There are many variations of Italian dressing, so feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors. You can add different herbs, such as basil or oregano, or different types of cheese, such as Parmesan or Romano.

Conclusion:

Italian dressing is a delicious and versatile dressing that is perfect for a variety of salads. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its fresh, tangy, and flavorful ingredients, Italian dressing is sure to please everyone at your table.