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Basic Italian Salad Dressing

By Sue Ann Scarcia-Barry

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This dressing is great for turning mixed greens, steamed broccoli or asparagus spears into a delicious salad.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 1/2 cup

Ingredients

6 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 teaspoon dried basil, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
Pinch of dried oregano

Preparation

  1. Combine all ingredients in small bowl and whisk to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)

TagsSalad DressingSaladItalianEuropeanDairy FreeGluten FreeNut FreeVeganVegetarianQuickEasyNo-CookBon Appétit

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