Bright, herby, and deeply savory, this homemade Italian dressing is the kind of thing that makes a simple green salad feel like something special. Extra-virgin olive oil forms the silky base, while apple cider vinegar and fresh lemon juice bring a lively tang that bottled dressings rarely match. Dried oregano, basil, thyme, and crumbled rosemary layer in classic Italian flavor, and a touch of ground ginger and turmeric add subtle warmth and color without overpowering the blend. A teaspoon of honey rounds everything out beautifully, balancing the acidity and helping the dressing emulsify into a smooth, cohesive pour. Many store-bought Italian dressings contain malt vinegar or grain-derived additives that can be a real concern for anyone avoiding barley, but every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify. The whole thing comes together in just a few minutes of whisking, and it keeps in the fridge for up to a week — ready to shake and drizzle over salads, grilled vegetables, or anything that needs a flavor boost.
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Private Selection Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Bertolli Extra Virgin D'Italiia Olive Oil 16.9oz
FIELD DAY OLIVE OIL EXTRA VIRGIN
Olitalia Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Combine the apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, crumbled rosemary, ground ginger, turmeric, salt, and honey in a small bowl or jar and whisk together until the salt and honey are fully dissolved.
Drizzle in the olive oil in a slow, steady stream while whisking constantly until the dressing is emulsified and slightly thickened, about 1 minute.
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