Goal

Learn the oregano-and-garlic vinaigrette every pizzeria salad is built on.

Sharper and herbier than a basic vinaigrette — the classic pizzeria-style dressing.

Makes about 4 servings

Ingredients

• 6 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• ½ tsp dried basil
• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
• ¼ tsp salt
• 2 tbsp grated parmesan

Steps

1. Combine vinegar and herbs — Mix the vinegar, garlic, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, and salt in a jar or bowl.
2. Add oil and parmesan — Whisk in the olive oil until combined, then stir in the parmesan.
3. Rest for best flavor — Let it sit in the fridge for at least 1 hour, if you have time, so the dried herbs rehydrate.

Tip: Genuinely improves after a few hours in the fridge, letting the dried herbs release their flavor into the oil.