Basil Salad Dressing
📜 Collection: Gail Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Pat Haelie | 📂 Category: Sauces A vibrant and aromatic herb-forward dressing featuring fresh basil, nutty pine nuts, and a blend of savory cheeses. This versatile sauce is perfect for elevating fresh garden salads with tomatoes and crisp greens.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 mins | 0 mins | None | 8 Servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Jar with tight-fitting lid
- Chef’s knife
- Measuring cups
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 1/2 Cups | Basil | Fresh, chopped fine |
| 3 Ounces | Parmesan Cheese | Grated |
| 1/4 Cup | Olive Oil | Extra virgin |
| 1/2 Cup | Oil | Salad oil, soy oil suggested |
| 1/4 Cup | Pine Nuts | Ground |
| 1/3 Cup | Feta Cheese | Crumbled |
| 2 Cloves | Garlic | Crushed |
Instructions
Step 1: Combine and Emulsify
- In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the 1 1/2 cups fresh basil, 3 ounces grated parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/2 cup salad oil, 1/4 cup ground pine nuts, 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese, and 2 crushed garlic cloves.
- Seal the jar tightly and shake vigorously until the mixture is well combined and emulsified into a thick, fragrant dressing.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days; shake well before serving as the oils may separate.
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