Italian Dressing Classic Zesty Italian Herb Vinaigrette Ingredients: 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon honey or sugar 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Directions: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the red wine vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, and dried herbs until combined. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously until the dressing emulsifies and thickens slightly. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Adjust seasoning to taste. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before using to allow flavors to meld. Shake well before serving. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes Kcal: 120 kcal (per 2 tablespoons) | Servings: About 8 servings #italiandressing #vinaigrette #homemadedressing #saladdressing #italianflavors #freshherbs #oliveoil #easyhomemade #healthydressing #zestyitalian #flavorfulvinaigrette #saladlover #kitchenbasics #weeknightmeals #cleanrecipes #lowcarb #glutenfree #dairyfree #hearthealthy #freshandflavorful 🥗 Brighten up your salads with this classic Italian Dressing — tangy, herb-packed, and homemade with simple ingredients you already have!

Homemade Pesto Sauce Fresh Basil Pesto with Parmesan and Pine Nuts Ingredients: 2 cups fresh basil leaves, packed 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/3 cup pine nuts 2 garlic cloves, minced Salt and pepper to taste Optional: Juice of 1/2 lemon for brightness Directions: In a food processor, combine basil leaves and pine nuts. Pulse a few times to chop. Add garlic and Parmesan cheese. Pulse again until well combined. With the processor running on low speed, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Add lemon juice if desired and pulse briefly to incorporate. Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. You can also freeze pesto in ice cube trays for longer storage. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes Kcal: 150 kcal per 2 tbsp | Servings: 1 cup (about 8 servings) #pestolove #freshbasil #homemadecondiments #pestopasta #basilrecipes #saucerecipe #italianflavors #easypesto #quickrecipes #garlicandherbs #pineandparmesan #oliveoilrecipes #greenpesto #nocookingneeded #classicpesto #mediterraneandiet #lowcarbsauce #diykitchen #summersauces #herbgardenrecipes Basil, garlic, Parmesan, pine nuts, and olive oil = the dream team 💚 Make your own pesto in just 10 minutes! So fresh, so flavorful! 🌿🧄🧀