Low Fat Homemade Olive Garden Breadsticks

Recreate the magic of restaurant-quality breadsticks at home with this Low Fat Homemade Olive Garden Breadsticks recipe! These irresistibly soft and fluffy breadsticks capture the signature buttery garlic flavor you love, but with a healthier twist. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, olive oil, and a touch of heart-healthy garlic powder, these baked golden breadsticks are a guilt-free treat. Perfectly seasoned with melted butter, garlic, and dried parsley, they’re an ideal pairing for soups, salads, or your favorite pasta dishes. With just 90 minutes of prep time, this recipe delivers 12 warm, freshly baked breadsticks that will have everyone reaching for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Warm water
• 1 packet Active dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried parsley

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Stir gently and let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes frothy.

Step 2

Add 2 cups of flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Mix until a soft dough begins to form.

Step 3

Gradually incorporate the remaining flour, 1/4 cup at a time, until the dough is smooth and no longer sticky.

Step 4

Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 to 7 minutes. The dough should be elastic and smooth.

Step 5

Place the dough into a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean, damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 6

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 7

Punch down the risen dough to remove excess air. Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and roll each portion into a 6-inch long breadstick.

Step 8

Place the breadsticks on the prepared baking sheet, leaving enough space between each one to allow for rising.

Step 9

Cover the breadsticks lightly with a cloth and let them rise again for about 15 minutes.

Step 10

Bake the breadsticks in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 11

While the breadsticks are baking, combine the melted butter, garlic powder, and dried parsley in a small bowl.

Step 12

Remove the baked breadsticks from the oven and immediately brush them with the garlic butter mixture while hot.

Step 13

Allow to cool slightly and serve warm. Enjoy these low-fat, delicious breadsticks with your favorite soup or salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(669.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1666.4

Total Fat 29.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 31mg	0%
Sodium 2374.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 305.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.6g	0%
Total Sugars 25.9g
Protein 40.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 68.2mg	0%
Iron 17.5mg	0%
Potassium 566.1mg	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: 16.1%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 74.1%