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Give your Italian subs and salads a nudge with this submarine dressing that comes together like a dream! Full of distinct and bright flavors, this dressing requires only a handful of ingredients and 5 minutes of your time.
You’re going to love this dressing as it involves hearty extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, aromatic Italian seasonings, and honey.
The combination of these elements eludes a tart and zesty dressing, and as you can whip it up in the blink of an eye, you don’t have to make an extra effort to buy store-bought stuff.
Whether you want to smother your salads with pungency or elevate the flavors of subs, this submarine sandwich dressing will do an excellent job.
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What is Submarine Dressing?
This condiment is an American dish that takes its inspiration from the Italian vinaigrettes.
This Italian sub dressing is often made by incorporating olive oil, garlic, oregano, red chili flakes, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
It is typically used to enhance the taste of submarine sandwiches (AKA subs, hoagies, or grinders), infusing them with a savory and spicy flavor, but you can also pair them with your favorite salads and toss them with roasted veggies.
Why You’ll Love This
- This condiment has many different uses from being drizzled over salads to getting tossed with veggies.
- It is a quick and easy recipe.
- The list of ingredients is minimal and most of it can be found in your pantry.
- It is naturally sweetened with honey and can be made vegan using maple syrup.
Equipment Required
Ingredients In This Submarine Dressing Recipe
Olive Oil: It is a standard for any salad dressing. Olive oil has lots of healthy fats and adds a ton of flavor.
Garlic: You can also choose to put garlic powder if you want better control over the taste of the vinaigrette.
Red Wine Vinegar: Red wine vinegar is a must resulting in the signature color of the dressing. But you can also go for any vinegar.
Dijon Mustard: Mustard aids in emulsifying the dressing and along with the bright yellow color, it provides a savory touch.
Honey: Balances the savoriness of vinegar and mustard with its natural sweetness.
Italian Seasoning: For the aromatic goodness.
Water (optional): Water helps to emulsify the ingredients together and give the dressing more consistency.
Salt & Pepper
How To Make Submarine Dressing
Whisk all the ingredients:
In a mixing bowl, add olive oil, garlic, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, and whisk them till all the elements have mixed properly.
Shake and serve:
Add some water if the vinaigrette is too thick, and dial down the flavors if they are too overpowering.
Your submarine dressing is ready to be served. Shake and pour it over your favorite salads, veggies, and meat to get the most out of them.
Tips & Variations
Let it sit: To extract the best result, allow the dressing to sit down for 15-30 minutes to let the flavors meld together. This will add more depth to the overall flavor profile.
Herb it up: Add some fresh chopped basil, coriander, or parsley to imbue more freshness and vibrancy. You can also replace the Italian seasoning with fresh herbs if you like.
Make it spicy: Mix in red chili flakes, sriracha sauce, or even schezwan sauce to make the condiment more spicy and add a unique blend of spice, sweet, and savory flavors.
Serving Options
Classic Subs: This condiment is made for hoisting up the subs. Plus, you can also pair it with a coleslaw sandwich or paneer corn sandwich.
Drizzle over salads: Pour it over salads like golden girl salad, peanut salad, or any pasta salad of your liking.
Toss with veggies: Drizzle it over roasted veggies or add some while tossing the greens to infuse some OG tartness.
Marinade: This sauce is also great for marinating meats like chicken, fish, and beef. The acidity in the dressing helps to tenderize and imbue them with classic flavor.
Remember to shake the dressing properly before using it as the oil and vinegar tend to separate.
How To Store
I like this submarine sandwich dressing recipe because it stores incredibly well.
Pour the dressing into an air-tight container, and then you can store it in the refrigerator for a couple of weeks easily.
Do not freeze the dressing as it will alter the texture and spoil the flavor.
Please rate and comment if you make this submarine dressing so I know how much you like it.
Easy Submarine Dressing For A Burst Of Flavor!
Ingredients
- ½ cup Olive Oil extra virgin
- ⅓ cup Red Wine Vinegar
- 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
- 1½ tsp Honey
- 1½ tsp Dijon Mustard
- 3-4 tbsp Water
- ¼ tsp Salt
- ¼ tsp Black Pepper Powder
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, add olive oil, garlic, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, and whisk them rigorously till all the elements have mixed properly.
- Add some water if the vinaigrette is too thick, and dial down the flavors if they are too overpowering.
- Your submarine dressing is ready to be served. Pour it over your favorite salads, veggies, and meat to get the most out of them.
Notes
- Let it sit: To extract the best result, allow the dressing to sit down for 15-30 minutes to let the flavors meld together. This will add more depth to the overall flavor profile.
- Herb it up: Add some fresh chopped basil, coriander, or parsley to imbue more freshness and vibrancy. You can also replace the Italian seasoning with fresh herbs if you like.
- Make it spicy: Mix in red chili flakes, sriracha sauce, or even schezwan sauce to make the condiment more spicy and add a unique blend of spice, sweet, and savory flavors.