Description
Copycat Olive Garden Salad Dressing is a delightful blend of creamy and tangy flavors that will transport your taste buds straight to the Olive Garden. This homemade dressing is not only quick and easy to prepare but also versatile enough to enhance salads, act as a dip for fresh veggies, or complement your favorite dishes. With common pantry staples like mayonnaise, buttermilk, and Italian herbs, you can achieve that signature zesty flavor right in your kitchen. Perfect for any occasion?from casual dinners to festive gatherings?this dressing allows you to customize ingredients to suit your preferences, whether that means adding more garlic or extra herbs. Indulge in this delicious creation and enjoy a taste of restaurant-quality dressing at home!
Ingredients
- Mayonnaise
- Buttermilk
- Red wine vinegar
- Dried Italian herbs
- Garlic powder
- Sugar
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and buttermilk until smooth.
- Stir in red wine vinegar, dried herbs, and garlic powder until well combined.
- Gradually add sugar while tasting until the desired sweetness is achieved.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to enhance flavors.
- Serve over salads or as a dip.
Notes
For added freshness, use freshly chopped herbs instead of dried ones.
Adjust garlic according to your preference; roasted garlic can provide a milder flavor.
Experiment with different vinegars for unique flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg