Low Carb Olive Garden Salad Dressing
Bring the iconic flavor of Olive Garden home with this creamy, tangy, and perfectly seasoned **Low Carb Olive Garden Salad Dressing**—an irresistible keto-friendly spin on the restaurant's classic. Crafted in just 10 minutes, this homemade dressing features a rich blend of mayonnaise, olive oil, and white wine vinegar, balanced with the savory punch of grated Parmesan cheese and zesty Italian seasoning. A touch of xanthan gum ensures a silky, thick texture while keeping carbs at bay, making it ideal for low-carb or keto diets. Perfect for drizzling over fresh greens or pairing with your favorite low-carb toppings, this quick-to-prep dressing delivers restaurant-quality flavor without the guilt. Your salads will never be boring again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Olive oil
- 0.25 cup White wine vinegar
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Xanthan gum
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, olive oil, and white wine vinegar. Whisk until smooth and well blended.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese and minced garlic to the mixture. Stir until the cheese is evenly distributed.
Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine all the spices into the dressing base.
To thicken and stabilize the dressing, slowly sprinkle the xanthan gum into the mixture while continuously whisking to avoid clumps.
Once the xanthan gum is fully incorporated and the dressing starts to thicken, gradually whisk in the water to reach your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. If you prefer a tangier dressing, add a splash more vinegar.
Transfer the dressing into a jar or a bottle and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Shake well before each use. Enjoy this low carb Olive Garden salad dressing over fresh salad greens along with your favorite low-carb toppings!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
349 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.7 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 411 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 0.7 g | 0% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 65 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 12 mg | 0% | |
*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.
