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Copycat Olive Garden Italian Salad Dressing

A creamy, pale yellow Copycat Olive Garden Salad Dressing topped with herbs and pepper in a glass mason jar.
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Make a creamy, tangy Italian salad dressing at home that tastes just like the signature Olive Garden dressing.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup white distilled vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon anchovy paste (optional, for authentic flavor)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Combine the water, white vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder in a blender.
  2. Add the anchovy paste, if using. Blend on low speed until the sugar dissolves.
  3. With the blender running on low speed, slowly drizzle in the vegetable oil until the mixture begins to emulsify and thicken slightly.
  4. Stop the blender and add the grated Parmesan cheese. Blend briefly until just combined. Do not overmix after adding cheese.
  5. Transfer the dressing to an airtight container.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

  • For a thicker dressing, reduce the water slightly.
  • If you do not have anchovy paste, you can omit it, but the flavor will be less authentic.
  • This dressing keeps well in the refrigerator for up to one week. Shake well before using.

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