Good Reasons Italian Dressing Mix
Description
This homemade Italian dressing mix captures the bright, herbaceous flavors of a classic vinaigrette in a convenient dry form. By combining garlic salt, onion powder, sugar, and a medley of dried herbs like oregano, basil, and thyme, you create a robust flavor base that wakes up any salad. The inclusion of Lipton Cup-A-Soup adds a savory depth and helps emulsify the mixture when combined with oil and vinegar. Perfect for meal prepping, this mix allows you to whisk up fresh dressing in seconds. It pairs beautifully with green salads, pasta salads, or as a marinade for chicken and vegetables. Store it in an airtight container for months, ensuring you always have restaurant-quality flavor on hand for quick weeknight dinners or potluck gatherings.Ingredients
Directions
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Combine garlic salt, onion powder, sugar, dried oregano, black pepper, dried thyme, dried basil, freeze-dried parsley, mustard powder, and the contents of the Lipton Cup-A-Soup envelope in a large bowl.
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Whisk the ingredients together thoroughly to ensure an even distribution of spices and powders.
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Press the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a clean, dry jar using the back of a large spoon to break up any clumps.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 226.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 1.7g3%
- Saturated Fat 0.3g2%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 34.6mg2%
- Total Carbohydrate 55.8g19%
- Dietary Fiber 18.6g75%
- Sugars 17.3g
- Protein 6.7g14%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Storage: Keep the mix in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. It will keep for 4-5 months.
To Make Dressing: Combine 2 tablespoons of this mix with 1/4 cup vinegar (white or red wine), 2/3 cup oil (olive or vegetable), and 2 tablespoons water. Shake vigorously in a jar until emulsified.
Ingredient Note: The recipe calls for "Cream of Chicken" Lipton Cup-A-Soup. If you require a vegetarian version, substitute with a vegetable-based soup mix or omit the soup mix and add 1/4 teaspoon celery salt and 2 tablespoons seasoned salt (or Mrs. Dash) plus 1 tablespoon dried grated lemon peel to mimic the flavor profile.
