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.

Francis Maass
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This is the best Italian dressing I've ever had. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Abas Nick
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This dressing is so versatile. I've used it on salads, grilled vegetables, and even as a marinade for chicken.


Kaybee Rampho
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I love the bright and tangy flavor of this dressing. It's perfect for a light and refreshing salad.


Rohuallah Taaban
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This dressing is a great way to add some extra flavor to a simple salad.


Sharon Vurgest
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I've made this dressing several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Shakoor Afrid
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This dressing is the perfect complement to a grilled chicken salad.


Lilo Lilo
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I'm not usually a fan of Italian dressing, but this one is really good. It's not too oily or vinegary.


DIRASHA SOOKOO
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This dressing is a great way to use up fresh herbs from my garden.


PiXie Clash
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this dressing was to make. I thought it would be more complicated, but it came together in just a few minutes.


Nengak Sylvester
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This dressing is perfect for summer salads. It's light and refreshing, and it really brings out the flavor of the vegetables.


Kamala Thapa
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I love that this dressing is made with fresh ingredients. It makes it taste so much better than store-bought dressings.


Sian Clausp
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This dressing is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Elizabeth Martinez
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I've tried many Italian dressings before, but this one is by far the best. It's so flavorful and versatile.


Alexandria Mcintyre
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This dressing is so easy to make and it's the perfect way to add a pop of flavor to any salad.


Amir Ramzan
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The fresh herbs really shine through in this dressing, giving it a vibrant and aromatic flavor.


Arsema Seife
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This dressing is a delightful blend of flavors, with the perfect balance of tangy and savory.