Mexican-Style Italian Dressing With Oregano
Recipe: #19432
June 02, 2015
Categories: Mexican, 5 Ingredients Or Less, One-Pot Meal, Gluten-Free, Low Carbohydrate, Low Cholesterol, No Eggs, Non-Dairy Sugar-Free, Vegan, Vegetarian, Water, Oil, Herbs, Salad Dressing, more
"Adapted from Mexican Family Cooking. Straining is optional. Yield 1 cup"
Original is 8 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (29.3 g)
- Calories 121
- Total Fat - 13.5 g
- Saturated Fat - 1.9 g
- Cholesterol - 0 mg
- Sodium - 2 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 0.1 g
- Dietary Fiber - 0 g
- Sugars - 0 g
- Protein - 0 g
- Calcium - 1.1 mg
- Iron - 0.1 mg
- Vitamin C - 0.1 mg
- Thiamin - 0 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Combine all ingredients and mix well.
Step 2
Strain before serving (optional).
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- For best results, use a high-quality olive oil.
- For the oregano, use freshly crushed leaves rather than dried oregano.
- Substitute olive oil for the regular oil - Olive oil has a richer flavor and is a healthier option than regular oil.
- Substitute lemon juice for the vinegar - Lemon juice adds a brighter flavor to the dressing and helps to bring out the oregano flavor.
Lemon-Garlic Variation Replace the vinegar with fresh lemon juice and add 1 clove of minced garlic to the dressing.
Mexican-Style Grilled Corn: This Mexican-style grilled corn is the perfect accompaniment to the Mexican-style Italian dressing. The smoky, charred flavor of the corn pairs perfectly with the oregano in the dressing, and the sweetness of the corn is a great contrast to the tangy dressing. Plus, it's a great way to add a healthy side to your meal!
Mexican-Style Bean Salad: This Mexican-style bean salad is a delicious and healthy side dish to serve with the Mexican-style grilled corn. The combination of black beans, corn, tomatoes, and peppers is full of flavor and texture, and it's a great way to add more vegetables to your meal. The creamy dressing brings all the flavors together and makes for a tasty and nutritious side dish.
FAQ
Q: How much oregano should I use for this recipe?
A: Use 1 tablespoon of crushed oregano leaves for this recipe.
Q: What is the best way to store oregano?
A: To preserve the flavor of oregano, store it in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. Dried oregano can also be frozen for up to 6 months.
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Fun facts:
The oregano used in this recipe is a type of Mexican oregano, which is a different species from the oregano used in Italian cuisine. Mexican oregano is known for its citrus-like flavor and aroma.
In the 1920s, Mexican-Style Italian Dressing was popularized by the famous chef and restaurateur Caesar Cardini. He created the dressing for a Fourth of July celebration in his restaurant in Tijuana, Mexico, and it quickly became a popular dish.