Creamy Italian Dressing
Loaded with herbs, a little grated Parmesan cheese, shallots and garlic, this zesty dressing is wonderful drizzled on fresh crispy salads.
Servings: 16
Calories: 124kcal
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup champagne vinegar
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 small shallot minced about 2 heaping tablespoons
- 1 large clove garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped basil leaves
- ½ cup olive oil
- ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Combine the vinegar, Parmesan, shallot, garlic, oregano and red pepper flakes in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave on high for 30 seconds or until the cheese is melted and the mixture is fragrant. Set aside to cool.
- In a tall sided 2-3 cup measuring cup or bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, basil and vinegar mixture. Using an immersion or stick blender, process until smooth. With the blender on, slowly add the olive oil and blend until incorporated, about 1 minutes. Season with salt and pepper (more or less to taste) and serve immediately or refrigerate until needed. The dressing will thicken when refrigerated. If overly thick, allow the dressing to come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container. Dressing will keep up to 4 days.
- This is a hearty dressing and is best served on crisp lettuce such as iceberg or romaine.
- Recipe adapted from Cook’s Country
Nutrition
Calories: 124kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 109mg | Potassium: 21mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 61IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg
