Fat Free Italian Dressing Recipe

Craving delicious Italian dressing without the guilt? This tweaked recipe delivers all the vibrant flavor of your favorite Italian dressing, but at a fraction of the points! Originally inspired by recipe #20158 (2 points+ per tablespoon!), this version clocks in at just 1 Weight Watchers point for the *entire* recipe! Perfect for salads, Italian subs, pasta, chicken, and even as a bread dip. Use red wine vinegar for a bolder taste, or white wine vinegar for a classic look. Get ready for a flavor explosion that's both healthy and unbelievably satisfying!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 4.7 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Fat Free Italian Dressing

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How to Make Fat Free Italian Dressing

  1. In a small saucepan, whisk together 1 tablespoon cornstarch and 2 tablespoons water until smooth.
  2. Cook over medium-high heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens and becomes clear (about 1-2 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the cooled cornstarch mixture, 1/2 cup red wine vinegar (or white wine vinegar), 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Secure the lid and shake vigorously to thoroughly combine all ingredients.
  5. Let the dressing stand in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours (or preferably overnight) to allow the flavors to meld and deepen.
  6. Shake well before each use.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

0g

Carbs

0g