Nonna's Homemade Italian Salad Dressing

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers similar health benefits with a different flavor.

red wine vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is often more accessible and offers a fruity note.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor without dairy.

Start with fresh parsley, using only the leaves and discarding any stems.

Wash the parsley and dry it slightly before using.

Chop the garlic and add it to a bowl.

Add 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar to the bowl.

Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, preferably the best quality you can find.

Add a teaspoon of mustard to the mixture.

Add salt to taste, starting with a small amount and adjusting as needed.

Taste the dressing and adjust flavors by adding more lemon juice or salt as desired.

Mix the dressing thoroughly until well combined.

Prepare the salad by starting with a base of greens and adding black olives, cucumbers, tomatoes, and avocado.

Cooking Techniques

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