Low Fat Olive Garden Salad Dressing
Recreate the zesty magic of your favorite restaurant dressing with this "Low Fat Olive Garden Salad Dressing." Perfectly tailored for those seeking a lighter option without sacrificing flavor, this recipe blends white wine vinegar, canola oil, light mayonnaise, and a touch of corn syrup for a creamy yet tangy base. Infused with Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and a variety of Italian-inspired herbs and spices—including dried parsley, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning—this dressing bursts with vibrant flavor. A pinch of xanthan gum gives it a luscious, pourable consistency while keeping it low-fat. Ready in just 10 minutes and ideal for salads, vegetables, or even as a dipping sauce, this healthier homemade version is a must-try for fans of Olive Garden-style cuisine. Make it ahead and let the flavors meld for an irresistible addition to your meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Water
- 0.333 cup White wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Canola oil
- 3 tablespoons Light mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Corn syrup
- 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried parsley flakes
- 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Xanthan gum
- 0.125 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the water, white wine vinegar, canola oil, and light mayonnaise.
Whisk the ingredients together until well blended and smooth.
Add the corn syrup, grated Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice to the mixture. Continue to whisk until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Stir in the dried Italian seasoning, dried parsley flakes, garlic powder, salt, xanthan gum, and black pepper.
Whisk the dressing vigorously for about 1-2 minutes to ensure the xanthan gum is fully integrated, giving the mixture a slightly thicker consistency.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper according to preference.
Transfer the dressing to a pourable container or a jar with a tight-fitting lid.
Refrigerate the dressing for at least an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Shake or stir the dressing well before each use. Serve over your favorite salad or use as a fresh dip for vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
540 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.6 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 18 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 1186 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.5 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.8 g | ||
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 147 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 104 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.
