Gluten-Free Olive Garden Salad Dressing
Transform your salads with this deliciously creamy Gluten-Free Olive Garden Salad Dressing—a healthier, allergen-friendly take on the restaurant classic that brings bold Italian flavors straight to your table. Made with extra-virgin olive oil, white wine vinegar, and gluten-free mayonnaise, this homemade recipe boasts a tangy lemon kick, rich grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and vibrant seasonings like dried Italian herbs and parsley. Perfectly balanced between smooth and zesty, this dressing is ready in just 10 minutes and can be customized with optional xanthan gum for an extra-thick texture. Ideal for tossing with crisp greens, drizzling over roasted veggies, or as a savory dip, it’s flavor-packed, versatile, and safe for gluten-free diets. Store it in the fridge to enjoy all week long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup White wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Gluten-free mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Water
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon Xanthan gum (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the extra-virgin olive oil and white wine vinegar. Whisk until the two ingredients are well blended.
Add gluten-free mayonnaise and whisk until fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
Pour in the water and lemon juice, continuing to whisk to ensure everything is combined.
Stir in the grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and minced garlic, ensuring they are distributed evenly in the dressing.
Add the dried Italian seasoning, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Whisk the mixture until all spices are evenly mixed throughout the dressing.
If a thicker dressing is preferred, sprinkle in the xanthan gum and whisk vigorously to avoid any lumps.
Transfer the dressing to a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before using to allow the flavors to meld together.
Shake well before each use. The dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1304 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 143.2 g | 184% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.3 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 1529 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.6 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 145 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 90 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
