Zesty Italian Dressing - 8 fl oz
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Zesty Italian Dressing - 8 fl oz
This Zesty Italian starts with 100% pure avocado oil instead of the soybean or canola oil that fills most bottled Italian dressings — a fatty-acid swap that changes the whole profile of the bottle. Red wine vinegar, garlic, shallots, and organic Parmesan concentrate build the flavor; nothing here is stretched with fillers or gums beyond what's needed to keep the emulsion stable. Every batch is Non-GMO Project Verified and independently tested for glyphosate residue, so the claims on the label are backed by third-party testing, not just marketing copy.
- Pour over salads, whisk into a marinade for chicken or vegetables, or use as a dip for crudités — the avocado oil base holds up to heat better than seed-oil dressings if you're using it as a marinade before grilling.
- Built on avocado oil in place of soy or canola oil, with glyphosate residue testing and Non-GMO Project Verification behind every bottle.
- Certified gluten-free; contains dairy from Parmesan cheese, so it's not a fit for dairy-free diets.
Chosen Foods built this Zesty Italian dressing around a simple substitution most dressing brands skip: swapping soybean or canola oil for 100% pure avocado oil as the base fat.
The bottle blends avocado oil with red wine vinegar, pear juice concentrate, garlic puree, shallots, organic Parmesan concentrate, and a classic Italian seasoning of spices, onion, and garlic - thickened with a small amount of tapioca starch, citrus fiber, and tamarind seed gum to keep the emulsion from separating on the shelf. There's no soybean oil, no canola oil, and no artificial flavors in the formula.
Avocado oil is naturally high in monounsaturated fat (oleic acid), the same fat family found in olive oil, and it carries a milder flavor that lets the garlic, shallot, and Parmesan notes come through rather than getting masked by a heavier oil.
With avocado oil as the primary ingredient and only trace amounts of pear juice concentrate and tapioca starch for carbs, this dressing fits comfortably into keto and paleo-style eating patterns, though strict paleo followers should note the small amount of dairy from the Parmesan.
Use this avocado oil Italian dressing as a straightforward salad dressing, whisk it into a marinade for chicken, pork, or roasted vegetables before the grill, or thin it slightly for a dip alongside raw vegetables. Because it's oil-based, a natural separation between the oil and the vinegar/water layer is normal - shake well before pouring.
Certified gluten-free and Non-GMO Project Verified, with every batch tested for glyphosate residue. It contains dairy (Parmesan cheese) and is not vegan. Store in a cool, dry pantry; refrigerate after opening and use within the timeframe noted on the cap.
Ingredients: Avocado Oil, Water, Red Wine Vinegar, Pear Juice Concentrate, Garlic Puree, Shallots, Organic Parmesan Concentrate (Organic Parmesan Cheese [Pasteurized Milk, Cultures, Salt, Enzyme, Water, Sea Salt]), Italian Seasoning (Spices, Sea Salt, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder), Sea Salt, Tapioca Starch, Citrus Fiber, and Tamarind Seed Gum.
Common Questions
How does this dressing's fat profile compare to a conventional bottled Italian dressing made with soybean or canola oil?
A typical serving of conventional Italian dressing (2 tablespoons) runs 40-60% polyunsaturated fat from soybean or canola oil, with saturated fat making up 10-15% of the total fat. This Chosen Foods version uses 100% avocado oil as its only fat source, which runs roughly 70% monounsaturated fat (mostly oleic acid), 12% saturated fat, and 13% polyunsaturated fat — a ratio nearly identical to olive oil. The practical difference shows up in oxidative stability: high-PUFA oils like soybean and canola oxidize faster when exposed to heat or light, which is part of why this dressing works well in a marinade you might sear or grill afterward. Calorie counts land in a similar range (around 100-130 calories per 2 tablespoons for both types), so the distinction here is about fat quality, not fat quantity.
What does oleic acid actually do, and why does it matter that this dressing is high in it?
Oleic acid is a monounsaturated omega-9 fatty acid — the same one that makes up 55-70% of olive oil and roughly 70% of avocado oil. Research on Mediterranean-style diets, including the long-running PREDIMED trial, associates diets high in oleic acid with improved LDL cholesterol profiles and reduced markers of oxidative stress compared to diets higher in omega-6-heavy oils like soybean or corn oil. Oleic acid is also a monounsaturated fat, meaning it has one double bond, which makes it more chemically stable and less prone to oxidation during storage or light cooking than the polyunsaturated fats dominant in most bottled dressings. That stability is a functional reason avocado oil is used as the base here rather than a more processed seed oil.
Does this dressing fit into a keto, paleo, or carnivore diet?
It fits keto and paleo well. A 2-tablespoon serving is fat-dominant with only trace carbohydrates coming from the pear juice concentrate and small amounts of tapioca starch and citrus fiber used as thickeners — well within a standard 20-50g daily net carb keto target. It's paleo-compatible in spirit since the fat source is a whole-food oil rather than a refined seed oil, though strict paleo followers who exclude all dairy will want to note the organic Parmesan concentrate. It is not carnivore-compliant because of the pear juice concentrate, garlic, shallots, and Italian seasoning blend, all of which are plant-derived ingredients outside that protocol's animal-only framework.
What dishes can this replace beyond a plain green salad?
Because the base is a neutral, mild-flavored oil rather than a heavier seed oil, it works as a one-to-one swap for bottled Italian dressing in pasta salad, marinated bean or vegetable salads, and as a marinade base for chicken thighs, pork chops, or flank steak — 30 minutes to 4 hours is enough given the vinegar's acidity. It also works thinned with a tablespoon of water as a dip for raw vegetables or a drizzle over roasted broccoli, asparagus, or potatoes straight out of the oven. For grilling, no adaptation is needed since avocado oil has a smoke point around 500°F, well above typical grill temperatures, so the dressing won't break down or smoke the way a marinade with a lower-smoke-point oil might.
What do the Non-GMO Project Verified and glyphosate residue-free claims actually guarantee?
Non-GMO Project Verified means an accredited third-party auditor tested the ingredient supply chain and confirmed no genetically engineered inputs above a 0.9% threshold, with annual re-verification required to keep the mark. The glyphosate residue-free claim comes from third-party lab testing of finished batches for detectable residue of glyphosate, the herbicide used on conventionally grown soy, canola, and corn — this is a batch-tested claim, not just a sourcing policy, and Chosen Foods publishes its testing partner and methodology on its website for anyone who wants to verify it directly. The Certified B Corporation status is separate and evaluates the company's overall social and environmental practices, audited by B Lab, rather than speaking to this specific product's ingredients.
Why does this dressing need shaking, and is the separation a sign it's gone bad?
The separation is normal and expected, not spoilage. Oil and water-based liquids (here, the red wine vinegar, pear juice concentrate, and water) don't stay mixed on their own, so the formula includes tapioca starch, citrus fiber, and tamarind seed gum specifically to slow that separation and keep the emulsion from breaking apart too quickly on the shelf. Even with those stabilizers, some layering will still occur over time since there are no synthetic emulsifiers added. A firm shake for 10-15 seconds before pouring re-incorporates everything into a uniform texture, and this has no effect on flavor or safety.
Is this dressing safe for someone with a dairy allergy or on a vegan diet?
No, it contains real Parmesan cheese in the form of an organic Parmesan concentrate, which lists pasteurized milk directly in its ingredients, so it is not suitable for anyone with a milk allergy or for strict vegans. This is distinct from many other Chosen Foods dressing varieties, which are dairy-free — the Parmesan is specifically what gives this Italian variety its savory, cheese-forward flavor profile. Anyone with a casein or whey sensitivity should treat this the same as they would a traditional Caesar or Parmesan-based dressing and avoid it.
The bottle blends avocado oil with red wine vinegar, pear juice concentrate, garlic puree, shallots, organic Parmesan concentrate, and a classic Italian seasoning of spices, onion, and garlic - thickened with a small amount of tapioca starch, citrus fiber, and tamarind seed gum to keep the emulsion from separating on the shelf. There's no soybean oil, no canola oil, and no artificial flavors in the formula.
Avocado oil is naturally high in monounsaturated fat (oleic acid), the same fat family found in olive oil, and it carries a milder flavor that lets the garlic, shallot, and Parmesan notes come through rather than getting masked by a heavier oil.
With avocado oil as the primary ingredient and only trace amounts of pear juice concentrate and tapioca starch for carbs, this dressing fits comfortably into keto and paleo-style eating patterns, though strict paleo followers should note the small amount of dairy from the Parmesan.
Use this avocado oil Italian dressing as a straightforward salad dressing, whisk it into a marinade for chicken, pork, or roasted vegetables before the grill, or thin it slightly for a dip alongside raw vegetables. Because it's oil-based, a natural separation between the oil and the vinegar/water layer is normal - shake well before pouring.
Certified gluten-free and Non-GMO Project Verified, with every batch tested for glyphosate residue. It contains dairy (Parmesan cheese) and is not vegan. Store in a cool, dry pantry; refrigerate after opening and use within the timeframe noted on the cap.
Ingredients: Avocado Oil, Water, Red Wine Vinegar, Pear Juice Concentrate, Garlic Puree, Shallots, Organic Parmesan Concentrate (Organic Parmesan Cheese [Pasteurized Milk, Cultures, Salt, Enzyme, Water, Sea Salt]), Italian Seasoning (Spices, Sea Salt, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder), Sea Salt, Tapioca Starch, Citrus Fiber, and Tamarind Seed Gum.
Common Questions
How does this dressing's fat profile compare to a conventional bottled Italian dressing made with soybean or canola oil?
A typical serving of conventional Italian dressing (2 tablespoons) runs 40-60% polyunsaturated fat from soybean or canola oil, with saturated fat making up 10-15% of the total fat. This Chosen Foods version uses 100% avocado oil as its only fat source, which runs roughly 70% monounsaturated fat (mostly oleic acid), 12% saturated fat, and 13% polyunsaturated fat — a ratio nearly identical to olive oil. The practical difference shows up in oxidative stability: high-PUFA oils like soybean and canola oxidize faster when exposed to heat or light, which is part of why this dressing works well in a marinade you might sear or grill afterward. Calorie counts land in a similar range (around 100-130 calories per 2 tablespoons for both types), so the distinction here is about fat quality, not fat quantity.
What does oleic acid actually do, and why does it matter that this dressing is high in it?
Oleic acid is a monounsaturated omega-9 fatty acid — the same one that makes up 55-70% of olive oil and roughly 70% of avocado oil. Research on Mediterranean-style diets, including the long-running PREDIMED trial, associates diets high in oleic acid with improved LDL cholesterol profiles and reduced markers of oxidative stress compared to diets higher in omega-6-heavy oils like soybean or corn oil. Oleic acid is also a monounsaturated fat, meaning it has one double bond, which makes it more chemically stable and less prone to oxidation during storage or light cooking than the polyunsaturated fats dominant in most bottled dressings. That stability is a functional reason avocado oil is used as the base here rather than a more processed seed oil.
Does this dressing fit into a keto, paleo, or carnivore diet?
It fits keto and paleo well. A 2-tablespoon serving is fat-dominant with only trace carbohydrates coming from the pear juice concentrate and small amounts of tapioca starch and citrus fiber used as thickeners — well within a standard 20-50g daily net carb keto target. It's paleo-compatible in spirit since the fat source is a whole-food oil rather than a refined seed oil, though strict paleo followers who exclude all dairy will want to note the organic Parmesan concentrate. It is not carnivore-compliant because of the pear juice concentrate, garlic, shallots, and Italian seasoning blend, all of which are plant-derived ingredients outside that protocol's animal-only framework.
What dishes can this replace beyond a plain green salad?
Because the base is a neutral, mild-flavored oil rather than a heavier seed oil, it works as a one-to-one swap for bottled Italian dressing in pasta salad, marinated bean or vegetable salads, and as a marinade base for chicken thighs, pork chops, or flank steak — 30 minutes to 4 hours is enough given the vinegar's acidity. It also works thinned with a tablespoon of water as a dip for raw vegetables or a drizzle over roasted broccoli, asparagus, or potatoes straight out of the oven. For grilling, no adaptation is needed since avocado oil has a smoke point around 500°F, well above typical grill temperatures, so the dressing won't break down or smoke the way a marinade with a lower-smoke-point oil might.
What do the Non-GMO Project Verified and glyphosate residue-free claims actually guarantee?
Non-GMO Project Verified means an accredited third-party auditor tested the ingredient supply chain and confirmed no genetically engineered inputs above a 0.9% threshold, with annual re-verification required to keep the mark. The glyphosate residue-free claim comes from third-party lab testing of finished batches for detectable residue of glyphosate, the herbicide used on conventionally grown soy, canola, and corn — this is a batch-tested claim, not just a sourcing policy, and Chosen Foods publishes its testing partner and methodology on its website for anyone who wants to verify it directly. The Certified B Corporation status is separate and evaluates the company's overall social and environmental practices, audited by B Lab, rather than speaking to this specific product's ingredients.
Why does this dressing need shaking, and is the separation a sign it's gone bad?
The separation is normal and expected, not spoilage. Oil and water-based liquids (here, the red wine vinegar, pear juice concentrate, and water) don't stay mixed on their own, so the formula includes tapioca starch, citrus fiber, and tamarind seed gum specifically to slow that separation and keep the emulsion from breaking apart too quickly on the shelf. Even with those stabilizers, some layering will still occur over time since there are no synthetic emulsifiers added. A firm shake for 10-15 seconds before pouring re-incorporates everything into a uniform texture, and this has no effect on flavor or safety.
Is this dressing safe for someone with a dairy allergy or on a vegan diet?
No, it contains real Parmesan cheese in the form of an organic Parmesan concentrate, which lists pasteurized milk directly in its ingredients, so it is not suitable for anyone with a milk allergy or for strict vegans. This is distinct from many other Chosen Foods dressing varieties, which are dairy-free — the Parmesan is specifically what gives this Italian variety its savory, cheese-forward flavor profile. Anyone with a casein or whey sensitivity should treat this the same as they would a traditional Caesar or Parmesan-based dressing and avoid it.
- __Storage_Location:
- refrigerated
- __Volume:
- 400
- __Owner:
- TCFarm
- __badge:
- Avocado Oil