How many calories in italian dressing?

One tablespoon of italian dressing has about 34 calories, and a standard 2-tablespoon serving contains 67 calories. Per 100g, italian dressing is 240 calories - significantly less than ranch (430 cal) or caesar (542 cal).

Italian dressing vs ranch: which is healthier?

Italian dressing is the lighter choice at 34 cal per tablespoon vs ranch's 60. It also has less fat (21.1g vs 44.5g per 100g). The trade-off is that italian has more sugar at 10.8g per 100g compared to ranch's 4.7g.

Is italian dressing high in sugar?

Commercial italian dressing contains 10.8g sugar per 100g, which is surprisingly high for a savory condiment. Per tablespoon, that's about 1.5g sugar. Making your own with olive oil, vinegar, and herbs eliminates the added sugar entirely.

Is italian dressing keto-friendly?

Standard italian dressing has 12.1g net carbs per 100g, making it poor for strict keto. However, a single tablespoon has only about 1.7g carbs. A home-made oil-and-vinegar dressing is much more keto-compatible at 2.5g carbs per 100g.

How much sodium is in italian dressing?

Italian dressing contains 993mg sodium per 100g, or about 139mg per tablespoon. A 2-tablespoon serving has 278mg, roughly 12% of the daily limit. This is moderate compared to soy sauce but still worth tracking if you're salt-sensitive.

Is italian dressing good for weight loss?

Among creamy dressings, italian is one of the best choices for weight loss at 67 cal per 2-tablespoon serving vs ranch (120 cal) or caesar (152 cal). For even fewer calories, use balsamic vinegar (14 cal/tbsp) or lemon juice (4 cal/tbsp).

Homemade vs store-bought italian dressing?

Homemade italian dressing is typically healthier - olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, and Italian herbs with no added sugar. Store-bought versions often add sugar (10.8g/100g), soybean oil, and preservatives. Homemade keeps refrigerated for about 2 weeks.

Can italian dressing be used as a marinade?

Italian dressing works well as a marinade because the vinegar tenderizes meat while herbs add flavor. Marinate chicken for 2-4 hours or vegetables for 30 minutes. The calories absorbed during marinating are minimal compared to using it as a topping.

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Calories in Italian Dressing

USDA Verified · FDC 171019 · Mar 2026

67 calories

per 2 tablespoons (28g)

0.4g

Protein

12.1g

Carbs

21.1g

Fat

Fiber

Per 100g as prepared

Serving Sizes & Calories

Serving Size	Weight	Calories
1 tablespoon	14g	34 cal
2 tablespoonsStandard	28g	67 cal
100g	100g	240 cal
1/4 cup	56g	134 cal

240 calories per 100g as prepared

Complete Nutrition Facts

Per 100g as prepared

240 calories

Protein0.4g

Carbohydrates12.1g

Sugar10.8g

Fat21.1g

Fiber0g

Sodium993mg

Potassium84mg

Calcium13mg

Iron0.3mg

Vitamin A2mcg

Vitamin C0.4mg

How Italian Dressing Compares

Italian Dressing next to similar foods, all values per 100g:

Food	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat	Fiber
Italian Dressing	240	0.4g	12.1g	21.1g	0g
Ranch Dressing	430	1.3g	5.9g	44.5g	0g
Caesar Dressing	542	2.2g	3.3g	57.8g	0.5g
Mustard	61	4.3g	5.3g	3.4g	4.3g
Salsa	29	1.4g	6.7g	0.2g	1.8g