Italian Dressing Low Sodium

Transform your salads with this vibrant and heart-healthy Low Sodium Italian Dressing, a delicious alternative bursting with zesty flavors and free from unnecessary salt. Made with a blend of extra-virgin olive oil, tangy red wine vinegar, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of Dijon mustard, this homemade dressing is perfectly balanced with aromatic herbs like oregano and basil, a hint of garlic, and just a dash of natural sweetness from honey or maple syrup (optional). Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s a guilt-free option for drizzling over crisp greens, marinating your favorite proteins, or enhancing roasted vegetables. Wholesome and easy to prepare, this dressing is perfect for anyone looking to control their sodium intake without compromising on flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.25 cup Red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 teaspoon Honey or maple syrup (optional, for a touch of sweetness)
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized bowl or jar, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, and fresh lemon juice.

Step 2

Add the Dijon mustard and minced garlic to the mixture.

Step 3

Sprinkle in the oregano, basil, onion powder, and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 4

If desired, whisk in the honey or maple syrup for a subtle sweetness.

Step 5

Slowly incorporate the water to slightly thin out the dressing, whisking or shaking well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 6

Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Add more lemon juice or pepper for additional brightness or flavor.

Step 7

Transfer the dressing to a sealed jar or container. Shake well before each use.

Step 8

Serve immediately over your favorite salads or use as a marinade for vegetables or protein. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(259.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1118.1

Total Fat 120.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 122.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 12.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g	0%
Total Sugars 6.6g
Protein 0.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 48.2mg	0%
Iron 1.1mg	0%
Potassium 140.2mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 95.4%

Protein: 0.3%

Carbs: 4.3%