Best 10 Sweet Italian Salad Dressing Recipes

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Sweet Italian salad dressing is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used to add a touch of sweetness and tang to a variety of salads. It is made with a combination of vinegar, oil, sugar, herbs, and spices, and can be easily made at home with just a few simple ingredients. This zesty dressing is perfect for adding a pop of flavor to a simple salad or grilled vegetables. Whether you are looking for a light and refreshing salad dressing for a summer barbecue or a hearty and flavorful dressing for a winter salad, sweet Italian dressing is sure to please everyone at your table.

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CREAMY ITALIAN DRESSING



Creamy Italian Dressing image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     condiment

Time 10m

Yield about 3/4 cup dresssing

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 small clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Pinch of sugar
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon grated pecorino romano cheese

Steps:

  • Whisk the mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, olive oil, garlic, oregano, sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a medium bowl. Stir in the parsley, parmesan and pecorino. Season with more salt and pepper. (The dressing will keep, refrigerated, up to 1 week.)

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

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

CREAMY ITALIAN DRESSING I



Creamy Italian Dressing I image

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

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

GARBAGE SALAD WITH SWEET ITALIAN VINAIGRETTE



Garbage Salad with Sweet Italian Vinaigrette image

Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 ounces pancetta, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
3 to 4 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves chopped
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1 clove garlic, grated on a rasp grater
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons honey
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 head iceberg lettuce, cut into bite-size pieces (about 6 cups)
1 small head romaine, cut into bite-size pieces (about 8 cups)
1/4 head red cabbage, cut into small dice
6 to 8 cremini mushrooms, cut into small dice
2 carrots, peeled and cut into small dice
2 small Roma tomatoes, cut into small dice
4 ounces crumbled Gorgonzola cheese (about 1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • For the pancetta: Heat a medium skillet over low-medium heat and add the pancetta in a single layer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until crispy, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate in a single layer until ready to top.
  • For the sweet Italian vinaigrette: Put the parsley and thyme in a medium bowl and add the vinegar. Let stand for a few minutes, then whisk in some salt and pepper. Whisk in the garlic, oregano, mustard and honey. While whisking, slowly add the olive oil and whisk until combined.
  • For the salad: Place the iceberg and romaine in a large bowl. Top with the red cabbage, mushrooms, carrots, tomatoes, Gorgonzola and pancetta. Before serving, pour in a healthy amount of dressing and mix well. Top with black pepper if desired.

SWEET ITALIAN DRESSING



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I decided to cut out all the fuss and measuring. It sounds like a lot of sugar but it's not. This makes a great Sweet Italian Dressing for your salad that can also be used for Sweet & Sour Slaw, or a 3-Bean Salad.

Provided by Cali1951

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 8 oz

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup vinegar (red wine preferred)
3 tablespoons water
1 (2/3 ounce) package Good Seasons Italian dressing or 1 (2/3 ounce) package zesty Italian salad dressing mix
1/2 cup oil (olive oil preferred)
1/2 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients.
  • Shake vigorously.
  • Store in container with tight fitting lid.
  • To maintain freshness refrigerate leftovers up to 4 weeks.

SWEET ITALIAN SALAD DRESSING



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Categories     Basil     Side

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup Red Wine Vinegar
5 tablespoons Honey
1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt
1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 tablespoons Italian Herbs
1/2 cup Canola or Vegetable Oil

Steps:

  • Dissolve honey in vinegar
  • Dissolve kosher salt in honey/vinegar mix
  • Stir in garlic powder and Italian herbs
  • Add oil and shake

FRESH ITALIAN DRESSING



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Italian dressing is adaptable; try it with sweet lettuces, such as Bibb, and bitter chicories, such as radicchio. Key ingredients include olive oil, vinegar, and herbs.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Yield Makes 1 1/3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 small garlic cloves, pressed through a garlic press
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons dried mustard
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup canola oil
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh marjoram
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh oregano

Steps:

  • Whisk garlic, sugar, mustard, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, the red pepper flakes, and vinegar in a medium bowl. Whisk together oils; add to vinegar mixture in a slow, steady stream, whisking until emulsified. Whisk in herbs; season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate in an airtight container up to 1 week.

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

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

SWEET ITALIAN HOUSE DRESSING



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I found this flavorful dressing in the Chicago Sun-Times. It is similar to the dressing found on salads at Portillo's and Maggiano's restaurants.

Provided by Hey Jude

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 2/3 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Place vinegar, garlic, sugar, oregano, salt and pepper in a blender or food processor.
  • While the machine is running, slowly drizzle olive oil through the blender top or feed tube until dressing is combined and emulsified.
  • Store in an airtight container in refrigerator for up to two weeks.

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

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 :

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dressing.
  • Taste the dressing as you go and adjust the seasonings to your liking. There's no right or wrong answer, so make it how you like it.
  • Let the dressing sit for a while before using it. This will allow the flavors to meld together and develop.
  • Store the dressing in a jar or container with a tight-fitting lid. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • Use the dressing on salads, grilled chicken or fish, or pasta. It's also a great dipping sauce for vegetables or bread.

Conclusion:

Sweet Italian salad dressing is a delicious and versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of dishes. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dressing that will add flavor and richness to your favorite foods. So next time you're looking for a new salad dressing to try, give sweet Italian dressing a try. You won't be disappointed!

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