This easy and flavorful salad dressing, inspired by Aunt Trish, is a tangy, garlicky, and zesty addition to any meal. Made with simple pantry staples, it blends olive oil, Parmesan, and fresh lemon juice for a creamy yet refreshing touch. Perfect for quick salads or pasta dishes, it’s a go-to recipe you’ll want to keep on hand!
Recipe Ingredients:
Dressing:
- 3/4 cup olive oil or vegetable oil
- 4 tablespoons grated Parmesan, more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (or more to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon sugar
- Dash or 2 of paprika
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 1 garlic clove, peeled and left whole
Salad:
- Green lettuce leaves
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup red grape tomatoes, halved
How To Make Aunt Trish’s Salad Dressing?
- Prepare the Dressing: Place the olive oil, Parmesan, salt, black pepper, sugar, paprika, lemon juice, and garlic into a jar. Shake well to combine, then store in the fridge for at least 24 hours before serving.
- Assemble the Salad: Arrange the lettuce leaves on a plate, scatter the sliced red onions and halved grape tomatoes on top.
- Serve & Enjoy: Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving. This dressing also works beautifully with pasta salads!
Recipe Tips:
- Let the Dressing Rest : For the best flavor, refrigerate the dressing for at least 24 hours before using. This helps the garlic and lemon blend perfectly into the oil.
- Use Fresh Lemon Juice : Bottled lemon juice won’t give the same fresh, zesty taste. Always squeeze fresh lemons for the best flavor.
- Shake Before Serving : The oil and lemon juice will separate over time. Give the jar a good shake before pouring to mix everything well.
- Grate Parmesan Finely : A fine grate helps it mix smoothly into the dressing. If the Parmesan is too chunky, it won’t blend properly.
- Remove Garlic Before Serving : Leaving the whole garlic clove in too long can make the dressing overpowering. Remove it after chilling if you prefer a milder taste.
How To Store Leftovers?
Let the dressing sit at room temperature before storing. Pour it into an airtight jar and refrigerate for up to 1 week. Shake well before using, as the oil may separate.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories:130
- Total Fat:13g
- Saturated Fat:1g
- Cholesterol:0mg
- Sodium: 310mg
- Potassium:17mg
- Total Carbohydrate:2g
- Dietary Fiber:0g
- Sugars: 1g
- Protein:0g
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Aunt Trish’s Salad Dressing
Description
This easy and flavorful salad dressing, inspired by Aunt Trish, is a tangy, garlicky, and zesty addition to any meal. Made with simple pantry staples, it blends olive oil, Parmesan, and fresh lemon juice for a creamy yet refreshing touch. Perfect for quick salads or pasta dishes, it’s a go-to recipe you’ll want to keep on hand!
Ingredients
Dressing:
Salad:
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: Place the olive oil, Parmesan, salt, black pepper, sugar, paprika, lemon juice, and garlic into a jar. Shake well to combine, then store in the fridge for at least 24 hours before serving.
- Assemble the Salad: Arrange the lettuce leaves on a plate, scatter the sliced red onions and halved grape tomatoes on top.
- Serve & Enjoy: Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving. This dressing also works beautifully with pasta salads!
Notes
- Let the Dressing Rest : For the best flavor, refrigerate the dressing for at least 24 hours before using. This helps the garlic and lemon blend perfectly into the oil.
- Use Fresh Lemon Juice : Bottled lemon juice won’t give the same fresh, zesty taste. Always squeeze fresh lemons for the best flavor.
- Shake Before Serving : The oil and lemon juice will separate over time. Give the jar a good shake before pouring to mix everything well.
- Grate Parmesan Finely : A fine grate helps it mix smoothly into the dressing. If the Parmesan is too chunky, it won’t blend properly.
- Remove Garlic Before Serving : Leaving the whole garlic clove in too long can make the dressing overpowering. Remove it after chilling if you prefer a milder taste.