Bright, tangy, and layered with Mediterranean herbs, this homemade Italian dressing is the kind of thing that makes you wonder why you ever bought a bottle. Extra-virgin olive oil forms the silky base, while apple cider vinegar and fresh lemon juice bring a lively acidity that wakes up everything it touches. Garlic, oregano, basil, thyme, and rosemary pile on the savory depth, and a touch of honey rounds out the sharpness without making it sweet. A pinch of ground ginger and turmeric add a subtle warmth that sets this dressing apart from anything you'd find on a grocery store shelf. Store-bought dressings can be a minefield when you're avoiding tree nuts, since shared facilities and vague labeling make it hard to feel confident — making this from scratch takes that worry completely off the table. The whole thing comes together in about a minute of whisking, and it keeps in the fridge for up to a week, ready to shake and pour over salads, grain bowls, or roasted vegetables whenever you need it.
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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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