Italian Pasta Salad Dressing
A zesty, herb-packed vinaigrette made with extra-virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon, Dijon, and classic Italian herbs. Fresh, halal-friendly, and perfect for pasta salads, green salads, grilled veggies, or quick marinades.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar (or distilled white vinegar)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp garlic powder (or 1 small clove garlic, finely minced)
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp fine salt, or to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp honey or sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan (optional; verify halal-friendly rennet)
Instructions
- In a mason jar or small bowl, combine vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, honey, salt, and black pepper.
- Slowly add the olive oil while whisking constantly, or seal the jar and shake vigorously for 30–45 seconds until the dressing is emulsified and slightly thickened.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon as desired. Stir in Parmesan if using.
- Use immediately or refrigerate up to 1 week. Shake or whisk well before each use; bring to room temperature if the oil firms up.
Nutrition
Serving: 1tbspCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 1gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 95mg
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