Keto Olive Garden Salad Dressing
Bring the iconic taste of Olive Garden to your low-carb lifestyle with this Keto Olive Garden Salad Dressing recipe. Packed with bold Italian-inspired flavors, this creamy dressing combines mayonnaise, olive oil, parmesan cheese, and a blend of garlic and Italian seasoning for a rich and tangy profile that is perfectly keto-friendly. A touch of lemon juice and vinegar adds a refreshing zest while xanthan gum (optional) delivers the ideal thickness. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing pairs beautifully with fresh greens or roasted vegetables, making it a perfect addition to your keto meal plan. Refrigerated to let the flavors meld, it’s the ultimate homemade alternative to the restaurant favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, ground
- 0.25 teaspoon xanthan gum (optional, for thickness)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and olive oil. Whisk together until well blended.
Add the white vinegar, Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice to the mayonnaise and oil mixture. Stir thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well incorporated.
Mix in the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and ground black pepper. Continue to whisk until all the spices are evenly distributed throughout the dressing.
For a thicker dressing, gradually sprinkle in the xanthan gum while continuously whisking. This step is optional and can be adjusted based on your desired thickness.
Transfer the dressing into an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together.
Stir the dressing before drizzling it over your favorite salad and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2298 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 231.7 g | 297% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.4 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 245 mg | 82% | |
| Sodium | 1906 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.7 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 138 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 86 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.
