Max's Pizza Night Salad Dressing

Max's own go-to dressing for pizza night — a simple, punchy blend of olive oil, balsamic, and organic seasoning that comes together in five minutes flat with no bottled dressing needed.

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Ingredients

6 servings

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What you'll need

  • Salad spinner — Dries greens so dressing clings instead of pooling.

Instructions

  1. Add the olive oil and balsamic vinegar to a jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid.
  2. Add the balsamic glaze and Kirkland Organic Season All seasoning.
  3. Seal the jar and shake vigorously for 20-30 seconds until the dressing looks combined and slightly emulsified.
  4. Taste and adjust — add a touch more balsamic glaze for sweetness or a little more seasoning for extra herb flavor.
  5. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes so the seasoning blooms, then shake again right before serving since it will naturally separate.

Serving suggestions

  • Toss with romaine, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and shaved parmesan for a simple pizza-night side salad
  • Drizzle over a caprese-style plate of fresh mozzarella and tomatoes
  • Use as a marinade for grilled chicken or vegetables

Leftover ideas

  • Use leftover dressing as a marinade for chicken thighs before grilling
  • Drizzle over roasted vegetables right out of the oven

FAQ

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes — it keeps well in a sealed jar in the fridge for about a week. Give it a good shake before each use since the oil and vinegar will separate.

What can I use if I don't have balsamic glaze?

Simmer 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan over low heat for 8-10 minutes until it thickens slightly, then let it cool before mixing it in.

Why did my dressing separate in the fridge?

That's normal — olive oil and balsamic vinegar naturally separate when they sit. A quick shake right before serving brings it back together.

Can I use a different vinegar instead of balsamic?

Red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar both work, though you'll lose some of balsamic's natural sweetness, so consider adding a touch of honey.

What salad does this dressing actually go on?

It's built for a simple pizza-night side salad — romaine or mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and shaved parmesan — but it works on most Italian-style salads.

Can I double the recipe?

Yes — just keep the 1:1 ratio of olive oil to balsamic vinegar and scale the glaze and seasoning proportionally.

Is this dressing keto or low-carb friendly?

It's fairly low-carb since it's mostly oil and vinegar, though balsamic glaze does add a bit of natural sugar, so use a lighter hand if you're strict keto.

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