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A type of salad dressing

Overview[edit]

Italian dressing is a type of salad dressing in American cuisine, consisting of a mixture of water, vinegar, or lemon juice, vegetable oil, chopped bell peppers, sugar or corn syrup, and a blend of herbs and spices including oregano, fennel, dill, and salt.

History[edit]

Italian dressing is believed to have originated in the United States, inspired by the flavors of Italian cuisine. It became popular in the mid-20th century as a versatile dressing for salads and a marinade for meats and vegetables.

Ingredients[edit]

The primary ingredients in Italian dressing include:

Uses[edit]

Italian dressing is commonly used as a dressing for salads, particularly those containing lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers. It is also used as a marinade for chicken, beef, and vegetables, adding flavor and tenderness to the dishes.

Variations[edit]

There are several variations of Italian dressing, including:

Creamy Italian dressing: This version includes mayonnaise or yogurt to create a creamier texture.
Zesty Italian dressing: This variation includes additional spices and red pepper flakes for a spicier flavor.

Related pages[edit]

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-'''Italian dressing''' is a [[vinaigrette]]-type [[salad dressing]] in [[United States cuisine]] that consists of [[water]], [[vinegar]] or [[lemon juice]], [[vegetable oil]], and a mix of numerous [[herbs and spices]] including [[oregano]], [[fennel]], [[dill]] and [[salt]].
+{{short description|A type of salad dressing}}
+{{italic title}}
-== History ==
+==Overview==
-Italian dressing is a derivative of the [[French dressing]], which was popular in the United States in the early 20th century. The term "Italian dressing" is not used in [[Italy]], where salads are generally dressed with oil, vinegar, salt, and sometimes [[black pepper]].
+[[File:Italian_dressing.jpg|thumb|right|A bottle of Italian dressing]]
+'''Italian dressing''' is a type of [[salad dressing]] in [[United States|American]] cuisine, consisting of a mixture of [[water]], [[vinegar]], or [[lemon juice]], [[vegetable oil]], chopped [[bell peppers]], [[sugar]] or [[corn syrup]], and a blend of [[herbs]] and [[spices]] including [[oregano]], [[fennel]], [[dill]], and [[salt]].
-== Ingredients ==
+==History==
-The primary ingredients of Italian dressing are [[olive oil]], vinegar, and a blend of herbs and spices. The oil and vinegar emulsify when shaken, creating a creamy texture. The herbs and spices used can vary, but commonly include oregano, fennel, dill, and salt. Some variations may also include [[garlic]], [[onion]], [[honey]], or [[cheese]].
+Italian dressing is believed to have originated in the United States, inspired by the flavors of [[Italian cuisine]]. It became popular in the mid-20th century as a versatile dressing for salads and a marinade for meats and vegetables.
-== Variations ==
+==Ingredients==
-There are many variations of Italian dressing, including creamy Italian, which includes [[mayonnaise]] or [[yogurt]], and Italian vinaigrette, which is a lighter version with less oil. Some versions may also include [[red wine vinegar]], [[lemon juice]], or [[Dijon mustard]].
+The primary ingredients in Italian dressing include:
+* [[Vinegar]] or [[lemon juice]]
+* [[Vegetable oil]]
+* [[Bell peppers]]
+* [[Sugar]] or [[corn syrup]]
+* [[Herbs]] such as [[oregano]], [[fennel]], and [[dill]]
+* [[Salt]]
-== Uses ==
+==Uses==
-Italian dressing is most commonly used as a salad dressing, but it can also be used as a [[marinade]] for meat or vegetables, a dip for bread, or a sauce for pasta.
+Italian dressing is commonly used as a dressing for [[salads]], particularly those containing [[lettuce]], [[tomatoes]], and [[cucumbers]]. It is also used as a marinade for [[chicken]], [[beef]], and [[vegetables]], adding flavor and tenderness to the dishes.
-== See also ==
+==Variations==
-* [[List of salad dressings]]
+There are several variations of Italian dressing, including:
-* [[French dressing]]
+* '''Creamy Italian dressing''': This version includes [[mayonnaise]] or [[yogurt]] to create a creamier texture.
+* '''Zesty Italian dressing''': This variation includes additional spices and [[red pepper flakes]] for a spicier flavor.
+==Related pages==
+* [[Salad dressing]]
 * [[Vinaigrette]]
+* [[Ranch dressing]]
+* [[Caesar dressing]]
 [[Category:Salad dressings]]
-[[Category:American cuisine]]
 [[Category:Italian-American cuisine]]
-{{food-stub}}