Sugar-Free Olive Garden Salad Dressing
Transform your salads with this deliciously creamy and tangy Sugar-Free Olive Garden Salad Dressing, a guilt-free twist on the classic favorite. Packed with flavor from grated Parmesan and Romano cheeses, zesty lemon juice, and a blend of Italian herbs, this homemade dressing is perfect for anyone seeking a healthier alternative without sacrificing taste. Made in just 10 minutes, this easy recipe uses light mayonnaise and extra virgin olive oil for richness, while xanthan gum offers an optional thickening boost. Serve it atop crisp greens or use it as a versatile veggie dip—this sugar-free dressing guarantees restaurant-quality freshness right in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Light mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup White vinegar
- 0.2 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Grated Romano cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Xanthan gum (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the light mayonnaise, white vinegar, and extra virgin olive oil until smooth and well combined.
Add the lemon juice, grated Parmesan cheese, and grated Romano cheese to the mixture. Continue to whisk until the cheeses are fully incorporated.
Stir in the dried Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
If you prefer a thicker consistency for the dressing, gradually whisk in the xanthan gum while continuing to mix, until the desired thickness is achieved.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper to suit your preference.
Transfer the dressing to an airtight container or a jar with a lid. Let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before using to allow the flavors to meld together.
Give the dressing a good shake or stir before serving. Enjoy it over a fresh garden salad or as a dip for vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
773 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.4 g | 99% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.6 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 34 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 2060 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.6 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.9 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 190 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 147 mg | 3% | |
*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.
