How To Make Healthy & Creamy Italian Dressing

I like to give myself a pat on the back every time I stay strong and order a salad instead of the juicy burger I’m really craving, only to realize after scarfing it down that the burger had fewer calories…

While a salad might seem like the healthier choice, creamy Italian dressing and other dressings alike send a spike through your calorie intake. And that once healthy green plate now drizzled in dressing goodness, is loaded with fat and unwanted calories. 

Making your own healthy creamy Italian dressing recipe at home is a great way to stick to your diet goals AND enjoy your greens. Going out to eat? No problem! Pack a little container of your homemade creamy Italian dressing and take it with you. 

What Is Creamy Italian Dressing Made Of?

The good news about learning how to make creamy Italian dressing, is that you probably have most of the ingredients already waiting for you in your kitchen! From dairy-free milk to garlic powder, this homemade recipe is easy to whip up, and can be made in batches so it’s ready to go when you are! 

• • Avocado oil—You can use avocado oil or regular olive oil when learning how to make creamy Italian dressing. Both contain heart-healthy fats, and this particular creamy Italian dressing recipe contains way less than most you’ll find at the grocery store or your favorite restaurant. 

• Super Youth collagen—What makes this creamy Italian dressing recipe unique from the rest, is that it also packs in skin-smoothing benefits! By adding Super Youth, you’re eating your greens and youth-activating collagen. Talk about a win-win!

Here is the full list of ingredients for how to make creamy Italian dressing:

• ⅓ cup avocado or olive oil
• ½ cup dairy-free milk
• ¼ cup red wine vinegar
• 2 tbsp dijon mustard
• 2 tbsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ¾ tsp salt
• 1 scoop Super Youth collagen, Unflavored

Yes really, that’s it! 

Creamy Italian Dressing Nutrition

Restaurant and store-bought dressings are often loaded with fat, calories, and unnecessary added ingredients. Because this creamy Italian dressing recipe contains just eight ingredients, your healthy salad will actually stay a healthy salad! Imagine that! 🤣

One of the star ingredients, avocado oil (or olive oil), contains antioxidants that can help combat damaging free-radicals. Both oils are also good for your skin because they contain vitamin E and lutein. Pair that with the wrinkle-reducing benefits of collagen and you’ve got one awesome skin-healthy dressing!

The other ingredients in this creamy Italian dressing recipe contain little to no calories, and swapping regular milk for dairy-free milk helps cut down on the fat. 

You know it’s healthier when it’s homemade, and you’ll even save a little dough by doing so!

Best Foods With Creamy Italian Dressing

This creamy Italian dressing recipe doesn’t stop at just salads. Dip your favorite veggies in it like carrots, broccoli, or cauliflower for extra flavor and spice. I personally love to cut up fresh bell peppers and dip them in this delicious dressing. Beware, this stuff is too good not to double-dip. 😂

This dressing can also be used to make pasta salad, as a marinade, or as a sauce for bruschetta. Honestly, this creamy Italian dressing is so good, you’ll want to include it in all of your cooking! 

How To Make Creamy Italian Dressing

Learning how to make creamy Italian dressing is super simple! This recipe takes just five minutes to make, and it can last in the fridge for up to two weeks. Simply combine all of the ingredients into a bowl or blender and voila! You’ve got a dynamic dip that pairs perfectly with salads, veggies, and more! Double the recipe to make a large batch and use it in all of your favorite recipes. Say so long to store-bought! You’re about to become a dressing-making machine! Enjoy!