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If there’s one thing I miss more than my grandma’s hugs, it would have to be her food. She could feed your belly while feeding your soul. I miss our talks about food, we could go on and on talking about a new recipe. Her signature dish, the one that could make you feel at home when you’re a million miles away was her salad dressing. I make it for my family regularly, just like she did for us. Star Pairings Extra Virgin Olive Oil for Vegetables worked beautifully as the oil in her recipe. Grandma used to use vegetable oil and was very adimant about using only that, however she never had such a light olive oil meant just for her salad. She would be not only impressed by the replacement, but delighted but the taste.
We purchased the Star Fine Foods Extra Virgin Olive Oil right at our local Walmart, where they also carry a variety for Poultry/Fish and Beef/Lamb.
The Vegetable one is perfect and will definitely be a permanent staple in our house now. Their pairing oil really takes the guess work out of it all. Using Arbequina, Hojiblanca, and Picual these olive oils each serve a different purpose . I once purchased an olive oil meant for dressings that wasn’t and the flavor was so strong. I gagged and threw away the entire salad. No wonder grandma forbid it!
I could hear her now.. “Courtney, what are you doing!” I would explain the “madness” and insist she try it.. where then we would both just laugh and enjoy. What a time we would have. Since Sweet Baby is on a gluten free diet and doesn’t eat butter or margarine due to her FPIES this oil is even perfect for her to trial soon! Plus it’s olive oil, which is a healthier option over the other choices.
I still can’t believe I lost my grandmother when I was pregnant with Sweet Baby.. I was in the middle of finding out if we were expecting a boy or girl and she had a surgery that just went horribly wrong. Instead of helping, it did more damage. My memories of my grandmother are great ones – ones that I’ll treasure forever as long as I have my mind. While I enjoy this salad I think of her, and all the times, she always thought of me. So without further dragging on.. My grammy’s salad recipe, I hope you enjoy as much as we do!
Grandma's Salad Dressing Recipe | Featuring STAR Olive Oil
Ingredients
- 1 Teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1/4 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/4 Teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1/8 Teaspoon Pepper
- 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Instructions
- Mix together and pour over your favorite salad mix.
- We like to use Romaine, Cucumber, and Tomatoes.
- Grandma Joyce ♥
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Tammy says
November 15, 2013 at 7:36 pmWhat sweet memories you have of your Grandma. I have really been enjoying the Arbequina blend, I used it in a squash recipe and it really enhanced the flavor.
Donna says
November 15, 2013 at 9:31 pmI lost my grandmother many years ago, now, but have such fond memories of her. I use olive oil in vinaigrette dressings all the time.
Stefanie says
November 15, 2013 at 10:49 pmInteresting recipe…I usually add some type of vinegar to my oil based dressing to balance the flavor.
Robin Gagnon says
November 15, 2013 at 11:13 pmThis is pretty close to my grandma’s too, but she added red wine vinegar she swore by the stuff…lol
Ty @ Mama of 3 Munchkins says
November 16, 2013 at 3:04 amI lost my grandma and I miss her so much! She touched everyone with her tasty dishes. Thanks for sharing your story and for the delicious recipe!
Jennifer @TheRebelChick says
November 16, 2013 at 1:04 pmThis Olive oil sounds amazing! I love that they have different flavors!
Shell Feis says
November 16, 2013 at 6:03 pmI’m so sorry for your loss. I lost my grandma almost exactly a year before I had my son &I’m definitely still not over it. On the other hand, that recipe sounds delicious &I am excited to try it with my family!
Kelsey Apley says
November 16, 2013 at 6:09 pmThat salad looks so refreshing!!! I haven’t tried this brand of olive oil, but I might pick some up next time at the store!
Toni says
November 16, 2013 at 6:40 pmI have been looking for a good salad dressing to make, Thanks for sharing.
Theresa says
November 16, 2013 at 9:37 pmThis looks so yummy Courtney!
Kathleen says
November 17, 2013 at 3:29 amI have been looking for a good simple olive oil based dressing recipe and this is perfect. Better yet, I have all the ingredients!
Julie says
November 17, 2013 at 9:51 amThat salad makes me want to actually eat salad – it looks so yummy!
Anne - Mommy Has to Work says
November 17, 2013 at 1:43 pmI don’t cook much with olive oil but I would love to try new recipes with it.
scianda says
November 17, 2013 at 4:57 pmThis is basically what I do as well. Except I add balsamic vinegar, and try to avoid Wal-Mart
April Decheine says
November 17, 2013 at 7:57 pmI love homemade dressings with a good Olive Oil, looks wonderful!
Colleen says
November 17, 2013 at 8:49 pmI only use olive oil when cooking it is such a healthier option.
Lisa - Between the Kids says
November 17, 2013 at 10:42 pmThat salad looks amazing. Love this recipe. Thanks for sharing this olive oil!
Mellisa says
November 18, 2013 at 12:10 amI use this brand of Olive Oil. I love it!
Angela says
November 18, 2013 at 2:53 amI typically don’t make my own dressings, but now I am tempted after seeing this!
Amanda says
November 18, 2013 at 12:40 pmCourtney, such a sweet post for your grandma. This dressing sounds great.
Marcie W. says
November 18, 2013 at 8:29 pmSimple and absolutely delicious I’m sure. I think my oldest is the only kid alive who hates ranch and prefers an oil based salad dressing.
Crystal @ Simply Being Mommy.com says
November 19, 2013 at 6:42 pmYou know, I’ve never made my own salad dressing! I’m definitely going to now though!
Nichol says
November 19, 2013 at 8:30 pmYummy, that sounds good. I’m partial to only one brand of olive oil so I’ll definitely try with that!
Lori Pace says
November 19, 2013 at 10:47 pmA good salad takes good ingredients! Thank you! #client
Michelle F. says
November 20, 2013 at 11:26 pmjust how I like my salad.
Vanessa: thequeenofswag says
November 20, 2013 at 11:59 pmWhat a great dressing. I love using Olive oil.
HilLesha says
November 21, 2013 at 5:34 pmThat salad looks amazing! I love salad, but I don’t eat it enough as I should.