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grinder salad dressing recipe

Homemade Healthy Grinder Salad Dressing Recipe

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 4

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Cups & Spoons
  • Mixing Utensils
  • Liquid Measuring Cup
  • Fine Mesh Strainer
  • Mason Jars or Cruets
  • Salad Spinner

Ingredients
  

  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 large clove garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions
 

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic, oregano, basil, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix well.
  • Add the red wine vinegar and tomato paste. Whisk to blend and break up the tomato paste.
  • Continue whisking while slowly pouring in the extra virgin olive oil. Whisk until it forms a smooth emulsion.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add a little lemon juice to brighten the flavors or more vinegar for acidity.
  • Store in an airtight container or mason jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake or stir before each use to re-emulsify the ingredients. Makes about 1 cup of dressing.
  • To finish, toss the grinder salad with the amount of dressing needed to lightly coat the ingredients. Mix well so all components are evenly coated. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan or Romano cheese if desired.