Italian Dressing Mix
It is so easy to make your own Italian dressing mix by mixing together herbs and spices in a bowl. Then, when you are ready to use it, mix it with vinegar, olive oil, and water, then shake it up before pouring over salads or anything else you want to use it with.
Italian Dressing Mix
Making your own Italian Dressing Mix is a real game-changer for anyone who loves adding a fresh and zesty flavor to their meals.
This homemade mix is not just for salads; it’s a versatile mix that can spice up grilled veggies, be used to marinate meats, and even used for pasta dishes.
Ingredients for Italian Dressing Mix
Dried Oregano: A staple in Italian seasoning, oregano adds a classic, earthy flavor to the mix.
Salt: Use sea salt or kosher salt for a cleaner, more nuanced taste compared to regular table salt.
Garlic Powder: Freshly bought or homemade garlic powder works well.
Onion Powder: Provides a sweet, somewhat spicy flavor.
Dried Parsley: Adds a light, slightly bitter note.
Sugar
Black Pepper: Freshly ground black pepper is preferred.
Dried Basil: Fresh basil dries nicely at home if you're looking for a DIY approach with more flavor.
Dried Thyme Leaves: Thyme should be fragrant; if yours is lacking in aroma, it's probably time for a new batch.
Celery Salt: You can adjust the amount according to your taste.
How to Make Italian Dressing Mix
Start by putting all the ingredients into a small bowl and mix them up.
After you have mixed everything, transfer the Italian spice mixture to an airtight container and store until you're ready to make dressing.
When you're ready to make the Italian dressing, add 2 tablespoons of this dry mix and put it in a bowl. Then add ¼ cup of white vinegar, ⅔ cup of olive oil, and 2 tablespoons of water to the bowl with the dry mix.
Stir everything together well.
You may want to store the mixed dressing in a bottle or container with a lid so you can shake before using as it does tend to separate when sitting.
Tips & Tricks to Make the Best Italian Dressing Mix
Here are a few things to keep in mind if you want to change things up:
- If you want to cut down on sugar, check how much of a sugar substitute you should use. Some are sweeter than sugar, so you won't need as much.
- For a little change, try adding different herbs or spices to your mix. Such as some red pepper flakes for a kick or some basil for sweetness.
- If you mix the dressing and it's not as thick as you like, try adding a little bit of mustard or mayonnaise. This can make it creamier.
- Don’t forget, the dressing will separate after a bit. So, always shake it before you use it.
Italian Dressing Dry Mix
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons dried oregano
- 2 Tablespoons salt
- 1 Tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 Tablespoon onion powder
- 1 Tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 Tablespoon sugar or equivalent sugar substitute
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- ¼ teaspoon celery salt
Instructions
- Mix all of the ingredients together in a small bowl.
- Transfer to an airtight container to store and use as needed.
- To make the dressing, add 2 tablespoons of dry mix to ¼ cup white vinegar, ⅔ cup olive oil, and 2 tablespoons water.
Notes
Please note that the nutritional content of this recipe will vary based on the specific ingredients used. For a detailed breakdown of the nutritional values, consider using a recipe nutrition calculator with the exact brands and measurements you've used.
