Pantesca salad
- Very easy
- 45 min
It's certainly easier to buy bottled dressing, but once you try this homemade Italian dressing recipe, you won't look back.
Homemade Italian dressing is easy, quick, cheap and delicious, and it tastes so much better than any store-bought kind—no additives, nothing artificial, just the wholesome stuff.
You probably already have all these ingredients at home and you can prepare it as many times as you want: it's very fast and will be ready in less than 2 minutes, just put all the ingredients in a regular jar and shake vigorously.
This homemade Italian dressing recipe is truly versatile. You can use it to sprinkle salad, a plate of mozzarella and tomatoes, to season cold pasta or grilled vegetables, instead of mayonnaise in a sandwich, or to flavor cut meat. Once prepared, you will have no problem using it.
With homemade Italian dressing, you can experiment:
Combine all ingredients in a glass jar, close the lid and shake until well blended and emulsified.
You can also mix dressing in the blender.
Season with salt if desired.
Use immediately or refrigerate.
Is it common for homemade dressings to solidify when refrigerated?
Packaged condiments typically contain emulsifiers to prevent this. If your dressing becomes solid in the fridge, don't worry, it's normal. Just remember to take it out and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving. Give it a good shake before using.
What's the perfect ratio of oil, vinegar, and salt?
For a well-balanced dressing, a general guideline is to use a pinch of salt, a teaspoon of vinegar, and a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil per person. The measurements can vary depending on the amount of food you are dressing and personal preferences.