Creamy Italian Salad Dressing (Or Dip)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 15
Creamy Italian Salad Dressing (Or Dip) that is quick and easy to make
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Prep

5 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

5 min

Level

Very Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon basil
1 teaspoon sugar or 1 teaspoon Splenda sugar substitute
1 garlic clove
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons sour cream

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
201
Sugar
1g
Fat
22g
This Creamy Italian Salad Dressing (Or Dip) is a quick and easy way to add flavor and creaminess to your salads. Made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, herbs, garlic, parmesan cheese, and sour cream, it is bursting with flavor and can be customized to suit your tastes. Use it as a salad dressing, a dip for your favorite raw vegetables, or as a spread on sandwiches. The possibilities are endless with this versatile dressing!

Instructions

1.In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, pepper, oregano, basil, sugar, and grated garlic until well combined.
2.Add in the parmesan cheese, and whisk again until smooth.
3.Finally, add in the sour cream, and whisk for an additional 30 seconds until the dressing is thick and creamy.
4.Serve the dressing immediately over your favorite salad, or use it as a dip for your favorite vegetables. Refrigerate any leftovers in a sealed container for up to 5 days.

PROS

This Creamy Italian Salad Dressing is quick and easy to make, requiring only a few simple ingredients that are easy to find at any grocery store.

It is versatile, working as both a salad dressing and a dip for your favorite vegetables.

The sour cream in the recipe lends a delicious creaminess to the dressing that sets it apart from other Italian salad dressings.

CONS

The dressing is high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Some may find the dressing too tangy, so feel free to adjust the amount of vinegar or sugar to suit your tastes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this Creamy Italian Salad Dressing is not particularly healthy, it is a great way to get your family to eat more vegetables.
The olive oil in this recipe contains heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, while the garlic has been linked to reducing cholesterol levels.
And the oregano in the dressing has been shown to possess antibacterial properties.

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