Low Sodium Olive Garden Breadsticks
Satisfy your carb cravings with these irresistible Low Sodium Olive Garden Breadsticks—a healthier twist on the iconic restaurant favorite! Perfectly soft, golden, and brushed with a flavorful garlic and parsley topping, these breadsticks deliver all the comfort of the classic recipe without the sodium overload. This easy-to-follow recipe uses simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, and olive oil to create 12 pillowy breadsticks that are ready in just 90 minutes (including prep and rise time). Ideal for dipping into marinara sauce or pairing with soups and salads, these homemade breadsticks prove that you don't need extra salt to enjoy deliciously indulgent bread. Ready, set, bake your new go-to low-sodium treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Stir slightly and let sit for about 5 minutes until the yeast becomes foamy.
Melt 2 tablespoons of the unsalted butter and set aside.
Add melted butter, 2 cups of all-purpose flour, and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir until combined. Gradually add remaining flour, a half-cup at a time, stirring until the dough is smooth and only slightly sticky.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-6 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a breadstick shape, about 6 inches long.
Arrange the breadsticks on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover and let them rest for about 15 minutes.
Brush each breadstick with olive oil and sprinkle with a mixture of garlic powder and dried parsley.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the breadsticks are golden brown.
While still warm, brush the breadsticks with the remaining tablespoon of melted butter.
Serve immediately and enjoy the delicious, low-sodium treats!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1988 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.8 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.9 g | 130% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1197 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 303.1 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.8 g | ||
| Protein | 40.4 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 66 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 17.3 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 548 mg | 12% | |
*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.
