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Home » Crumbled Blue Cheese Vinaigrette (Dressing)

Crumbled Blue Cheese Vinaigrette (Dressing)

By Kim Hardesty

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Need a dressing to wow guests or a great dressing for a steak salad? This Crumbled Blue Cheese Vinaigrette won’t disappoint. It’s fast and easy to prepare.

Crumbled Blue Cheese Vinaigrette is easy to make and especially good on steak salads | low carb, gluten-free, keto | lowcarbmaven.com

When I was in High School and College, my family would often celebrate special occasions at a favorite restaurant. In small city like Binghamton, NY, there weren’t many fancy restaurants, but one restaurant stood out more than any other – especially for family reunions.

As I’ve mentioned before, my Great Grandparents immigrated from Italy and settled in Cadosia, NY. Itailian food was an important part of our food culture growing up. Cortese was the one place on which my Great Aunts and Uncles and cousins could all agree. An institution since the 1940’s, Cortese has long enjoyed their reputation for serving good Italian food – like Grandma used to make.

When my family went to Cortese, I always ordered the Homemade Manicotti, Fresh Sea Scallops or Shrimp Scampi; which are still on the menu. We always started dinner off with a salad and for everyone except myself, the dressing of choice was the crumbled blue cheese vinaigrette.

At the time, my taste buds had not matured enough to appreciate the sharp, salty, pungent flavor of blue cheese. I couldn’t understand the desire behind something that tasted, to me, like stinky feet. I didn’t eat Parmesan cheese either, for the same reason. I know, I was weird.

Crumbled Blue Cheese Vinaigrette is easy to make and especially good on steak salads | low carb, gluten-free, keto | lowcarbmaven.com

I was feeling a little nostalgic the other day and decided I wanted something different for our evening meal. Don’t get me wrong, we really enjoy our Basil & Mint Vinaigrette and Garlic & Herb Vinaigrette dressing, but I wanted something special for the spectacular garlic rubbed steak I had grilled and planned to put on our salad.

I was also feeling a little lazy and wanted something simple to prepare with ingredients I already had on hand. What’s more simple than an Italian oil and vinegar salad dressing? Adding the crumbled blue cheese to the dressing reminded me of the crumbled blue cheese vinaigrette my family used to order at Cortese. Perfect!

The flavor improves over night, so one may want to make the vinaigrette the day before, then add the crumbled blue cheese before dressing the salad.

This awesome Crumbled Blue Cheese Vinaigrette is 1 net carb per serving!

Crumbled Blue Cheese Vinaigrette is easy to make and especially good on steak salads | low carb, gluten-free, keto | lowcarbmaven.com

Crumbled Blue Cheese Vinaigrette (Dressing)

Need a dressing to wow guests or a great dressing for a steak salad? This Crumbled Blue Cheese Vinaigrette won't disappoint. It's fast and easy to prepare
5 from 2 votes
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Course: Condiments, Dressings and Sauces
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 10
Calories: 185kcal
Author: lowcarbmaven.com

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup Champagne vinegar
  • 1/2 cup light olive oil
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 small garlic clove crushed into a paste
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/16 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/8 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/8 teaspoon dried marjoram
  • 1 tablespoon erythritol powdered
  • 4 ounces blue cheese crumbled

Instructions

  • Powder the erythrtol so that it will dissolve more easily.
  • Peel the garlic clove and smash it by placing it between the flat of the knife and cutting board and giving it a whack. Add the salt to the garlic and mince, then mash into a paste by dragging the blade over the garlic and mashing it into the cutting board. Scrape up the paste.
  • In a bowl large enough to prevent splashing, add the vinegar, garlic, paste, water, salt, pepper, spices and sweetener. Whisk until the sweetener dissolves.
  • Pour the ingredients into a jar with a tight fitting lid and add the oil. Shake vigorously for a few minutes to temporarily emulsify the ingredients. Add the crumbled blue cheese and agitate gently.
  • Spoon over the salad and serve.

Notes

Nutrition Facts
Crumbled Blue Cheese Vinaigrette (Dressing)
Amount Per Serving (2 g)
Calories 185 Calories from Fat 171
% Daily Value*
Fat 19g29%
Carbohydrates 1g0%
Protein 2g4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition

Serving: 2g | Calories: 185kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 19g

About Kim Hardesty

Kim HardestyKim is a self taught cook with over 30 years experience in the kitchen. She develops and tests low carb and keto recipes in her California home. She began her low carb journey in 2009 and at the urging of friends, started blogging in 2014. Kim shares delicious low carb and keto recipes no one would believe are sugar-free. Her recipes are featured in newsstand publications and on sites all over the internet.

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Filed Under: Basics, Condiments, Dips & Sauces Tagged With: Under 30 Minutes

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  1. AvatarPatti

    September 11, 2020 at 2:31 pm

    Can’t wait to try this dressing!
    I’m from Binghamton and went to Cortese restaurant all the time. Thank you!

    Reply
  2. AvatarLolli

    February 15, 2020 at 11:59 am

    One of the best, if not the best, blue cheese dressing recipes I’ve made. A must try!

    Reply
  3. AvatarShawna

    November 25, 2019 at 4:04 pm

    Question: if I didn’t want to use an artificial sweetener what would you recommend and at what measure?

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    • Kim HardestyKim Hardesty

      November 25, 2019 at 6:44 pm

      Hi Shawna. Everyone’s taste is different so start with 1 tbsp of powdered sugar and add a little more if it needs it. I add just enough to help bridge all the flavors together- no one would classify the dressing as sweet. -Kim

      Reply
  4. AvatarVikki Green

    May 14, 2019 at 12:30 pm

    I can not wait to make this. I was thinking the same thing today and searched for the Cortes’s Copy cat recipe hoping to find it! When I was growing up in Owego/Endicott, I would go to Cortes’s with friends for dinner and LOVE their salad dressing! I also always got the extra crumbled blue cheese on top! Thank you for posting this so I can enjoy a little bit of home, while living in Arizona!

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    • KimKim

      May 14, 2019 at 2:32 pm

      Hi Vikki. My NY family members still go to Cortes. I haven’t been back in at least 20 years. You can also use store bought Italian dressing and just add crumbled blue cheese to it. -Kim

      Reply
  5. AvatarKathy

    January 31, 2018 at 4:13 am

    HI Kim, I always look at recipes and never the stories behind them.. something made me read yours! Cortese first caught my attention, then the Cadosia Ny! I to had grandparents from Italy that settled in Cadosia! The Lombardi family. Who knows, maybe we are related ! Can’t wait to try your recipe !!

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    • KimKim

      January 31, 2018 at 9:28 am

      Hi, Kathy! Small world. I’m sure they knew each other. I seem to remember a Carol Lombardi mentioned as I was growing up, but perhaps I have that mixed up with Carole Lombard! lol. Have a wonderful day and thanks for saying Hello! -Kim

      Reply
  6. AvatarJessica

    March 9, 2016 at 5:42 pm

    How long could this keep?

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    • KimKim

      March 9, 2016 at 5:47 pm

      Hi, Jessica, great question. I’ve kept in the fridge for a week. The cheese stays down in the bottom of the vessel with the vinegar which keeps it okay for a little while. Have a nice night! -Kim

      Reply
  7. AvatarDoug Blaze

    February 6, 2016 at 3:39 pm

    I’ve made this multiple times – it’s now my favorite salad dressing.

    Reply
    • KimKim

      February 6, 2016 at 8:03 pm

      Thanks Doug! This is one of my favorites, too. I’m glad you are enjoying it. Thanks for leaving a comment to let me know. Have a great week. -Kim

      Reply
  8. AvatarCarol

    July 29, 2015 at 12:15 pm

    Get. Out. Of. Town! I have been pinning your recipes like crazy this week, and come to find out you are right here in the Triple Cities! Thank you for all the great recipes – and I would be delighted to be your sous chef any time!

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    • AvatarKim

      July 29, 2015 at 12:31 pm

      Hello Carol. I’m so glad you found some recipes you like. Currently, I am living in Southern California, but how exciting to connect with someone from that area! It truly is a small world. I heard you guys got a lot of rain a few weeks ago! I have family all around the area. Thanks for taking the time to comment and say “Hi”. If you are interested in testing any recipes out, shoot me an email – found on my about page. Have a great week! -Kim

      Reply
  9. AvatarSean

    June 15, 2015 at 5:10 pm

    Do you have a recipe for the regular balsamic italian dressing there?
    SOO delicious, ive never had one quite like it!

    Reply
    • AvatarKim

      June 15, 2015 at 5:52 pm

      Thank you, Sean! I’m glad you like it. I haven’t posted a balsamic dressing yet, but will get on it! In the meantime, I have several dressings listed under Basics. Have a nice week.

      Reply
  10. AvatarGingi

    March 29, 2015 at 8:22 pm

    Okay, this just looks YUMMY!!! Want to haz!!

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    • AvatarKim

      March 29, 2015 at 9:29 pm

      Thanks Gingi! -Kim

      Reply

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