Big Ray's Mediterranean Salad Dressing

This recipe makes a ton of dressing but may be scaled down to half. Plan ahead, as the dressing needs to chill for a few hours before serving. It will keep well in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. All ingredients may be adjusted to taste.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 10 mins
• Calories: 130 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• 1 ½ tablespoons dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• ½ cup red wine vinegar
• 1 ½ cups olive oil
• 1 ½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 ½ tablespoons dried basil
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic, or to taste
• 1 tablespoon granulated onion
• ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese, or to taste (Optional)
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, or more to taste (Optional)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Pour olive oil, 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons vinegar, Parmesan cheese, mustard, oregano, basil, onion, garlic, salt, sugar, and black pepper into a large glass jar. Whisk or stir with a spoon until well combined.

Step 2

Refrigerate dressing for at least 2 hours. Shake very well before serving.