Having trouble finding a low FODMAP salad dressing? Between lactose, wheat, onion and garlic, and sweeteners like honey, finding a FODMAP friendly dressing can feel impossible. It's true, most salad dressings aren't made with FODMAPers in mind. But, that doesn't mean you need to be a salad nudist. Here are some of my favourite low FODMAP ways to dress a salad.
Low FODMAP Vinaigrette
Ready in 5 minutes, this low FODMAP vinaigrette has a bright pop of flavour that's perfect for fresh, leafy greens.
Grab the recipe here: Low FODMAP Vinaigrette Dressing
Greek Dressing
This easy low FODMAP greek salad dressing is a classic! Made with fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of herbs, it's so good you'll forget it's low FODMAP!
Grab the recipe here: Low FODMAP Greek Salad Dressing
Catalina Dressing
Shake up your greens with this zesty low FODMAP Catalina dressing!
Grab the recipe here: Low FODMAP Catalina Dressing
Creamy Chive Dressing
Indulge your savoury side with this creamy low FODMAP chive dressing!
Grab the recipe here: Low FODMAP Kale and Strawberry Salad
You might also like one of these:
- Low FODMAP Caprese Salad Looking for a mouthwatering appetizer idea? This light and simple low FODMAP Caprese salad is the perfect addition to your table!
- Low FODMAP Mandarine & Goat Cheese Salad Looking for a lunch that travels? Made with fresh, healthy ingredients and a fun pop of colour, this simple salad will be the talk of your lunch table!
- Low FODMAP Maple Bacon Salad Unleash your inner foodie with this deceptively easy maple bacon salad! Made with fresh greens and candied bacon, you're sure to be the envy of your lunch table!
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Can I refrigerate the leftovers, and if so, for how long?
Hi Mary!
Dressings made with vinegar and oil
Can be refrigerated for up to two weeks. Dressings with herbs, dairy, etc. can be refrigerated for 3-5 days depending on what’s in them. Because homemade dressings don’t use emulsifiers, you’ll need to give your dressing a shake after storage.
Hope that helps!
Amy
I just wanted to let you know that mustard, apple cider vinegar, balsamic vinegar, and paprika aren’t low fodmap foods. I wish they were! Didn’t want anyone going ham with these dressings and being surprised by getting sick.
Hi Coco!
I’m not sure which list you’re using, but according to Monash University, the ingredients you’ve mentioned are low FODMAP in the serving sizes listed. Monash University created the low FODMAP program and their official app is the largest and most accurate database of low FODMAP foods and serving sizes. I highly recommend using their information for your list of low FODMAP foods.
Hope that helps!
Amy
Hi Amy & thanks for the recipes!
I actually had the same thought though regarding GARLIC INFUSED oil… jimmeny cricket… I thought garlic was what we needed to AVOID??!! At least I personally cannot handle it… in “any” form.
At any rate, we DO thank you for sharing these!
RJ
Hi RJ!
Thanks for your comments! Heads up, true infused oils don’t contain any FODMAPs, so they’re safe to use on the low FODMAP diet. You can check out my full article explaining the science behind infused fats here. If you find you react to a true infused oil (like Fody’s Monash-certified garlic or shallot infused oils), you should speak to your dietitian, as that can be a sign you have a secondary issue going on.
Hope that helps!
Hi Amy,
Is reduced Balsamic on the low FODMAP? The syrup sweet tangy type,
Hi Adrian!
Reduced balsamic vinegar hasn’t been tested by Monash, yet. So I’d stick with the regular stuff until you’ve finished the re-challenge phase. Once you’re ready to reintegrate foods back into your long-term diet, give it a try and see how it works for you!
Hope that helps!
Amy
I feel stupid asking this but I can’t find the individual serving size. For example, the balsamic makes 12 servings, but how much can I have at once? Thank you so much,
Hi Suzanne!
No worries! A standard serving of salad dressing is 2 tablespoons.
Hope that helps!
Amy
What kind of OIL are you referring to for the Catalina dressing?
Hi Dari!
Some oils (like olive oil) have a really strong flavour. I’d recommend corn oil or sunflower oil for dressings. If you can’t find either of those, vegetable oil will do just fine.
Hope that helps!
Amy