Olive Garden Salad Dressing Copycat Recipe
This Olive Garden Salad Dressing Copycat recipe recreates the classic Italian dressing favorite, combining zesty Italian seasoning with olive oil, white vinegar, and a touch of mayonnaise for a creamy texture. Perfect for salads, this dressing is quick to make and captures the authentic taste enjoyed at Olive Garden restaurants.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: About 1 1/3 cups of dressing 1x
- Category: Salad Dressing
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
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Salad Dressing Ingredients
- 1 packet Italian dressing mix or homemade Italian Salad Dressing Mix
- 3/4 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup white vinegar
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 Tablespoons mayonnaise
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium sized bowl, whisk together the Italian dressing mix, olive oil, white vinegar, water, and mayonnaise until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Chill the Dressing: For best flavor, refrigerate the dressing for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
- Serve: Drizzle over your favorite fresh salad greens and vegetables, or use as a marinade for added zest.
Notes
- Use a homemade Italian seasoning mix to control salt and additives if preferred.
- Mayonnaise adds creaminess but can be omitted for a lighter dressing.
- Store dressing in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Shake or whisk before each use as ingredients may separate.
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