Homemade Italian Dressing Recipe (Easy Salad Dressing)
This homemade Italian dressing recipe comes together fast with vinegar, water, and pantry herbs. Just mix the ingredients, let it sit briefly, then use it on salads, sandwiches, or as a quick marinade. The “how to make” steps focus on shaking and resting so the dried herbs hydrate and the flavor stays balanced.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Step-by-Step Method
Combine the dry ingredients
In a small bowl, mix onion powder, sugar, oregano, pepper, basil, parsley, and salt. Break up any clumps with the back of a spoon.
Add the liquids
Pour in the apple cider vinegar and water. Whisk for 20–30 seconds, or add everything to a lidded jar and shake well.
Rest for better flavor
Taste and adjust salt if needed. Let the dressing sit for about 5 minutes so the dried herbs rehydrate and mellow.
Serve and store
Shake again before using. Store covered in the fridge; let it sit out for 5 minutes before serving so it pours easily.