Bright, herby, and loaded with garlicky depth, 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 rosemary layer in classic Italian flavor, and a touch of ground ginger and turmeric add a subtle warmth that keeps things interesting. A small spoonful of honey rounds out the acidity without making it sweet, and the whole thing emulsifies into a glossy, cling-worthy dressing in about a minute of whisking. Store-bought Italian dressings can be surprisingly tricky territory — many contain hidden grain-derived ingredients or additives that aren't always obvious on the label — so making your own from scratch puts you fully in control. This one keeps in the fridge for up to a week, so you can shake it up and drizzle it over salads, grilled vegetables, or marinated proteins all week long.
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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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