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Copycat Texas Roadhouse Italian Salad Dressing

Could this be it? Could I have found the perfect Italian dressing? For years I’ve searched. Only to find dressings that were too vinegary. Or too thin. Or too herby. Always ‘too’ something. Well, this copycat Texas Roadhouse Italian salad dressing was perfect for me. Nothing too strong. The perfect consistency. This is the first Italian salad dressing I could actually just drink. This was a real winner for me!

Copycat Texas Roadhouse Italian Salad Dressing

Give It A Rest

The recipe for this copycat Texas Roadhouse Italian salad dressing calls for you to let it sit for 10 minutes before serving. The dressing needs that time to ‘get happy’. The dry seasonings need to rehydrate. Flavor things. If you rush it you won’t get dressing happiness.

If you have the time, I’d like it rest overnight before serving. Always give it a stir or shake before serving. And if you’ve refrigerated the dressing, set it out on the countertop at least 30 minutes before using. Cold dressings don’t mix as well, specially if they contain oils that solidify in the fridge.

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Also try a copycat of the Texas Roadhouse honey French dressing.

Copycat Texas Roadhouse Italian Salad Dressing

Copycat Texas Roadhouse Italian Salad Dressing

Inspired by a recipe from Full Form Today
Incredibly delicious and smooth.
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Salad Dressing
Cuisine American
Servings 4 cups
Calories 1201 kcal

Ingredients
  

First Step Ingredients

Second Step Ingredients

  • 2/3 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 2/3 tablespoon dried basil
  • 2/3 tablespoon minced garlic dried

Third Step Ingredients

Final Step Ingredients

Instructions
 

First Step

  • Add the apple cider vinegar, sugar, granulated garlic, white and black peppers, onion powder and salt and kosher salt to a medium bowl. Whisk to combine.

Second Step

  • Add the dried oregano, basil, and minced garlic. Whisk to combine. Let mixture rest for 10 minutes.

Third Step

  • Add the mustard and honey. Whisk thoroughly.

Final Step

  • While whisking, slowly drizzle in the oil. Continue whisking until the dressing shows no signs of separating.
  • Taste and add more salt if desired then whisk some more.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Refrigerate any leftovers. Let come to room temperature before serving, shaking or stirring first.

Notes

This recipe makes a HUGE batch of dressing. Feel free to cut it in half. Or, use any leftover dressing as a great marinade for chicken or steak!

Nutrition

Calories: 1201kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 2gFat: 110gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 63gMonounsaturated Fat: 25gTrans Fat: 1gSodium: 1181mgPotassium: 172mgFiber: 2gSugar: 52gVitamin A: 38IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg
Keyword copycat, Italian
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Copycat Texas Roadhouse Honey French Dressing

I’m guessing that most people go to Texas Roadhouse for the steaks. And they do have some mighty good looking steaks, for sure. But for me, I go for the salads, and in particular, their Chicken Critter Salad. And because I’m a dressing-a-holic, I always order two different salad dressings. Last time, I went with Ranch (a staple) and honey French. This copycat Texas Roadhouse Honey French dressing is a great twist on one of my all-time favorites. It’s just-right-sweet. And it has just the right amount of mustardy goodness.

Copycat Texas Roadhouse Honey French Dressing

The Perfect Balance

One of the nice things about making dressings at home is that you can adjust the flavors to your tastes. In another sign that I really loved this copycat Texas Roadhouse honey French dressing, I didn’t adjust a thing. It didn’t need to be any more or less sweet. It didn’t need more or less mustard. I liked it just as it was.

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Also try my copycat of Texas Roadhouse’s slightly-less-sweet French salad dressing.

Copycat Texas Roadhouse Honey French Dressing

Copycat Texas Roadhouse Honey French Dressing

Just slightly sweet with a hint of lemon.
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Salad Dressing
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 632 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Add all of the ingredients to a Mason jar or small blender.
  • Cover and shake or pulse to combine.
  • Shake again before serving.
  • Store leftover dressing in the fridge. Set out at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 632kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 1gFat: 54gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 40gSodium: 89mgPotassium: 121mgFiber: 2gSugar: 36gVitamin A: 22IUVitamin C: 29mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 1mg
Keyword French, honey
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Copycat Texas Roadhouse Honey Mustard Salad Dressing

My go-to meal at Texas Roadhouse is the Chicken Critter Salad. Tender fried chicken pieces on top a simple salad is what I like. What I crave, though, are the dressings. This copycat Texas Roadhouse Honey mustard salad dressing is a pretty close copy of one of my favorites. Not too mustard-y, and just slightly sweet it’s a nice change from my usual, Ranch. The smoked paprika adds a nice light earthy taste with just a hint of smokiness. I know what you’re probably thinking. He goes to a steakhouse for a salad? Yeah, I do. It’s a really good salad, with a really great dressing that I can now enjoy at home!

Copycat Texas Roadhouse Honey Mustard Salad Dressing

The Perfect Balance

The easiest way to make this copycat Texas Roadhouse Honey Mustard salad dressing is in a mason jar. Just put everything in there, seal it, and shake real well. You’ll want to refrigerate any leftovers, if there are any. Set the dressing out on the counter about 30 minutes before serving and give it one good shake before using. The dressing will ‘harden’ when it’s refrigerated. That’s perfectly normal. That few minutes at room temperature will ‘free’ it up and it’ll be ready to serve.

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Also try my copycat of Texas Roadhouse’s honey French dressing.

Copycat Texas Roadhouse Honey Mustard Salad Dressing

Copycat Texas Roadhouse Honey Mustard Salad Dressing

Give the dressing one good shake or stir before serving.
4.39 from 13 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Fridge time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Salad Dressing
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 265 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Whisk together all of the ingredients in a small bowl. Get them well-combined. You can also place the ingredients into a jar, seal, and shake well.
  • Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Stir (or shake) before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 265kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 43mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 60IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 14mgIron: 0.4mg
Keyword mustard, sweet
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Copycat Texas Roadhouse Ranch Salad Dressing

My go-to meal at Texas Roadhouse is the Chicken Critter Salad. Tender fried chicken pieces on top a simple salad is what I like. What I crave, though, are the dressings. This copycat Texas Roadhouse Ranch salad dressing is a pretty close copy of my favorite. And I do mean favorite. I could drink this stuff. I always order two dressings at the restaurant. Without hesitation. Without fear of being judged. I am sure I’m not the only one.

I know what you’re probably thinking. He goes to a steakhouse for a salad? Yeah, I do. It’s a really good salad, with a really great dressing that I can now enjoy at home!

Copycat Texas Roadhouse Ranch Salad Dressing

The Perfect Ranch Dressing

I always double the ingredients in this copycat Texas Roadhouse Ranch salad dressing. Not only is it great on my sorta-copycat of the Chicken Critter salad, it’s fantastic for dipping Buffalo wings and chips. It’s also perfect as a veggie dip for an afternoon snack. I also need more because well, I use a lot of it!

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I have no idea how long this dressing would keep in the fridge. Sorry. It never lasts long enough to find out.

Also try my copycat of Texas Roadhouse’s honey mustard salad dressing.

This dressing is great for dipping wings. Check out For The Wing for great wing ideas!

Copycat Texas Roadhouse Ranch Salad Dressing

Copycat Texas Roadhouse Ranch Salad Dressing

I would definitely double the ingredients.
4.67 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Fridge time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Salad Dressing
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 117 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, sour cream, mayonnaise and lemon juice until smooth.
  • In a small bowl or glass, stir together the remaining ingredients.
  • While whisking, add the spice mix into the buttermilk mixture. Get it well-combined.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Stir and taste and add more pepper and salt if desired.
  • Serve

Nutrition

Calories: 117kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 1gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 281mgPotassium: 67mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 183IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 47mgIron: 0.1mg
Keyword creamy, Ranch
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