Make Your Own Delicious Tuscan Salad Dressing

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Tuscan Salad Dressing works equally well on mixed greens, spinach or romaine, or just drizzled over sliced, fresh, ripe summer tomatoes and fresh basil leaves. Quick and easy to make fresh, but stores well for up to 3 months in the refrigerator. It’s a family recipe brought over from the old country.

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
• ⅓ cup red wine vinegar
• ½ cup water
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small clove garlic, minced
• ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
• ¼ teaspoon dried basil
• ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste

Directions

Step 1 Place the mayonnaise, vinegar, water, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, garlic, oregano, basil, and black pepper into a blender. Blend for 2 minutes, then pour into a salad dressing container, and refrigerate at least 1 hour. Shake well before using.

Cook’s Note

White vinegar may be used, but the taste will be sharper. Balsamic gives a smoother flavor. If you feel the vinegar is too sharp for your taste, blend in 1 tablespoon of light corn syrup.

Nutrition Facts

Protein: 0.6g1 %Carbohydrates: 1.2gExchange Other Carbs: 0Dietary Fiber: 0.1gSugars: 0.1gFat: 9.5g15 %Saturated Fat: 1.5g8 %Cholesterol: 3.1mg1 %Vitamin A Iu: 26.5IU1 %Niacin Equivalents: 0.1mg1 %Vitamin B6: 0mg2 %Vitamin C: 0.8mg1 %Folate: 0.7mcgCalcium: 17.1mg2 %Iron: 0.1mg1 %Magnesium: 1mgPotassium: 18.5mg1 %Sodium: 49.2mg2 %Thiamin: 0mgCalories From Fat: 85.8Percent Of Calories From Carbs: 5Percent Of Calories From Fat: 92Percent Of Calories From Protein: 2Percent Of Calories From Sat Fat: 14*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.