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Vegan Italian Dressing

Vegan Italian Dressing: Brighten Your Salads in Minutes

This Vegan Italian Dressing is a quick, flavorful way to enhance salads, packed with fresh herbs and citrus.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 tablespoons
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • ¾ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Provides richness and a full-bodied flavor.
  • ¼ cup White Wine Vinegar Adds a tangy bite.
  • ¼ cup Lemon Juice Contributes freshness and acidity.
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Introduces a touch of sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Helps emulsify the dressing.
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Enhances all flavors.
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper Adds warmth and slight spiciness.
  • 2 tablespoons Nutritional Yeast Provides a cheesy flavor without dairy.
For Aromatics & Freshness
  • 2 cloves Garlic Crushed for best flavor release.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Thyme Finely chopped for even distribution.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Oregano Finely chopped for even distribution.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Basil Finely chopped for even distribution.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Finely chopped for even distribution.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, pour in the olive oil, white wine vinegar, and lemon juice. Add maple syrup and Dijon mustard. Whisk vigorously for about 1 minute until emulsified.
  2. Sprinkle in sea salt and black pepper. Continue whisking gently for another 30 seconds to combine the seasoning.
  3. Add crushed garlic and the chopped fresh herbs. Fold gently into the mixture to maintain the appearance of the herbs.
  4. Stir in the nutritional yeast. Mix for about 15 seconds until fully combined.
  5. Taste the dressing. Adjust the sweetness or seasoning as needed, then allow it to sit for a couple of minutes before serving.
  6. Serve over salads or as a marinade. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 1gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 1gVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor, always use fresh herbs and store in a mason jar in the fridge for optimal freshness.

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