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Olive Garden Salad Dressing: A Homemade Delight

This homemade Olive Garden Salad Dressing is a perfect replica of the restaurant’s famous dressing, bringing a zesty, creamy, and flavorful touch to your salads. Made with simple pantry staples like olive oil, vinegar, Italian dressing mix, and a hint of sweetness, this dressing is easy to prepare and enhances any salad, pasta, or grain bowl. With its rich and tangy taste, it’s a must-have for those who love fresh and vibrant dressings!

  • Total Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients

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3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup water
1 (.7-ounce) packet dry Italian dressing mix
1/2 teaspoon sugar (or honey)
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
Salt, to taste
Ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

In a mason jar or a small bowl, combine the olive oil, white vinegar, water, Italian dressing mix, sugar (or honey), and mayonnaise.
Add a pinch of salt and ground black pepper to taste.
Shake the jar vigorously or whisk the ingredients together until well combined.
Serve the dressing over your favorite tossed salad.
Store any leftover dressing in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Make sure to shake well before serving.

  • Author: Mary
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: No cooking required
  • Category: Salad Dressing
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: About 8 (makes ~1 cup of dressing)
  • Calories: ~150 per serving (based on 2 tablespoons)