Tsr Version of Olive Garden Italian Salad Dressingby Todd Wilbur
Recreate the zesty, tangy goodness of Olive Garden's famous Italian Salad Dressing at home with this spot-on copycat recipe by Todd Wilbur. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 10 minutes, blending creamy mayonnaise, white vinegar, and a touch of sweet corn syrup with bold seasonings like garlic salt, Italian herbs, and black pepper. The addition of grated Parmesan and Romano cheeses gives it that signature savory depth, while a splash of fresh lemon juice brightens the flavor beautifully. Ideal as a salad topper or a marinade for your favorite grilled meats and veggies, this versatile dressing is a must-try for fans of classic Italian flavors. Make a batch, refrigerate to let the flavors develop, and savor the rich, restaurant-quality taste from the comfort of your own kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.333 cup White vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons Corn syrup
- 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Grated Romano cheese
- 0.75 teaspoon Garlic salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried parsley flakes
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Water (optional, to adjust consistency)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, white vinegar, and vegetable oil. Whisk until smooth and well blended.
Add corn syrup, grated Parmesan and Romano cheeses, garlic salt, Italian seasoning, dried parsley flakes, black pepper, and lemon juice to the mayonnaise mixture.
Whisk the ingredients together until thoroughly combined and smooth.
If the dressing is too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time, whisking in between, until desired consistency is reached.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasonings if needed to suit your preferences.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or container with a tight-fitting lid. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled over salads or use as a zippy marinade for chicken or vegetables. Shake or stir before each use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2050 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 192.1 g | 246% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.2 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 254 mg | 85% | |
| Sodium | 1707 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.8 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.9 g | ||
| Protein | 7.5 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 215 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 71 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
