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Say goodbye to sad salads.
If you're on the keto diet, avocado and nuts are your new bffs, followed closely by cheese, alongside some butter and cream playing supporting roles. But veggies? You need those, too. And the best way to get them is via an easy-peasy salad—with some delish keto salad dressings, of course.
While low-carb vegetables pack the nutrients that you may be missing if you’re on the keto diet, the right dressing can help you hit your daily macro needs. That's why it's important to keep some tasty, keto-friendly salad dressings on hand at all times to give your leafy greens a kick. "Salad dressings are a generally keto-friendly way to add fat and flavor to a low-carb base," says Ali Miller, RD, owner of Naturally Nourished Virtual Clinic.
Importantly, loading up on leafies and all the veggies you can legit fit into a bowl helps you get more fiber into your diet, which you may be falling short on if you're avoiding good sources of fiber, like whole grains and legumes. And fiber isn't only key for happy digestion, but it also buoys your mood. Adults who chowed down on the most fruits and veggies scored 10% lower on a questionnaire that measured their stress levels compared to those who ate the fewest, according to a 2021 study in Clinical Nutrition. So go make yourself a happy salad for lunch today.
Back to grocery store sleuthing. Something to keep in mind when shopping: Dressings can be a bit, uh, complicated, so always examine the nutrition label. "For the fat source, look for extra virgin olive oil, avocado oil, and/or walnut oil," she says. "MCT oil can also boost ketone production and help support transition into ketosis."
As for the other ingredients, you want to try to keep them as close to nature as possible—that means lots of herbs, spices, and natural acids (lemon juice, apple cider vinegar), while making sure the dressing takes it easy on artificial colors, flavors, and ingredients, such as maltodextrin, a stabilizer that can irritate your stomach, says Miller. Keep an eye out for added sugars as well, she says, since those show up in lots of "light" dressings and make up for lack of flavor.
Whew—that's a lot to remember! To get you started, here are 20+ keto salad dressings that will make you actually look forward to your meal-prepped keto lunch.
One & Only's Italian dressing is made with only a handful of organic ingredients like oregano, onion powder, and white wine vinegar. It's also sugar-free and has 12 grams of fat, making it a great keto-friendly addition to your salad.
Per 2 tbsp serving: 110 calories, 12g fat (1g saturated), 1g carbs, 1g sugar, 160 mg sodium, 0g fiber, 0g protein
Going keto doesn't mean you have to give up your fave. This ranch dressing has only 1 net carb, so go ahead and drizzle it on your salad or use it as a dip for your celery and carrot sticks.
Per 2 tbsp serving: 140 calories, 16 g fat (1g saturated), 0g carbs, 0g sugar, 180 mg sodium, 0g fiber, 0g protein
This non-GMO, canola-based dressing has a refreshing champagne zest to it with lemon and white vinegar. It's also touted as a yummy topper for fruit, and can even be used to brighten up chicken and fish, especially salmon.
Per 2 tbsp serving: 150 calories, 17 g fat (1g saturated), 2g carbs, 1g sugar, 0 mg sodium, 0g fiber, 0g protein
This three-pack is bursting with flavor from Mediterranean herbs like sumac that adds tanginess. The dressing has no artificial colors, preservatives, sweeteners, or additives. And you don’t just have to use it solely to top salad—you can also marinade your meats and veggies with it. Nomz!
Per 2 tbsp serving: 50 calories, 5 g fat (.5 g saturated), 2g carbs, 0g sugar, 140 mg sodium, 0g fiber, 0g protein
The first two ingredients in this vinaigrette are apple cider vinegar and extra virgin olive oil, so you know it's good for you. Pour it on top of some lettuce and say goodbye to sad desk salads.
Per 2 tbsp serving: 90 calories, 9 g fat (1.5g saturated), 3g carbs, 2g sugar, 60 mg sodium, 0g fiber, 0g protein
Looking for a spicy salad topper? Look no further. This bottle is packed with avocados, jalapeño chili peppers, green bell peppers, and cilantro. Try it as a marinade for grilled steaks, eggs, and chicken, too, or mix it with ranch or mayo for some extra tang. It's super low in calories: 1 tablespoon has only 15 calories.
Per 2 tbsp serving: 15 calories, 1 g fat (0g saturated), 0g carbs, 0g sugar, 115 mg sodium, 0g fiber, 0g protein
This creamy ranch has all non-GMO ingredients and no artificial colors or preservatives. It’s made with 100-percent avocado oil, free-range eggs, nutritional yeast, and dill. So fresh and so clean.
Per 2 tbsp serving: 180 calories, 19 g fat (2g saturated), 0g carbs, 0g sugar, 190 mg sodium, 0g fiber, 0g protein
This creamy dressing is Whole30-, paleo-, and keto-approved, so it can fit into a bunch of different diets. It's also free of grain-based ingredients, so even the gluten-free crowd can dig into it.
Per 2 tbsp serving: 140 calories,15 g fat (2g saturated), 2g carbs, 0g sugar, 220 mg sodium, 0g fiber, 0g protein
Avocado oil, lemon juice, garlic, and salt make up this tangy, keto-friendly salad dressing. In addition to using it on your salad, you can also marinate your meats in the dressing.
Per 2 tbsp serving: 100 calories, 11 g fat (1.5 g saturated), 1g carbs, 0g sugar, 190 mg sodium, 0g fiber, 0g protein
When you think of Skinnygirl, you might think of margs, but they make diet-friendly salad dressings too—keto included. This raspberry vinaigrette can also be used as a marinade or dipping sauce.
Per 2 tbsp serving: 5 calories, 0g fat (0g saturated), 1g carbs, 0g sugar, 180 mg sodium, 0g fiber, 0g protein
Garlic Gold dressings are always made with 100-percent organic ingredients, and they're also keto-friendly, which means you can use 'em to liven up your salad whenever you want.
Per 2 tbsp serving: 110 calories, 11 g fat (1.5g saturated), 2g carbs, 1g sugar, 170 mg sodium, 0g fiber, 0g protein
Avocado oil and white balsamic vinegar mingle with a whole spice rack-worth of flavors that make you think you're eating a BBQ pizza dipped in ranch. (It's still a salad but a darn good one.)
Per 2 tbsp serving: 110 calories, 12 g fat (1.5g saturated), 2g carbs, 1g sugar, 290 mg sodium, 0g fiber, 0g protein
This dressing has a hidden talent: It has zero net carbs. Thank the surprising addition of tahini (sesame seed paste) in the mix, along with a handful of herbs. You'll love the herbaceous, fresh flavor that can even liven up about-to-wilt veggies.
Per 2 tbsp serving: 100 calories, 11 g fat (2g saturated), 1g carbs, 0g sugar, 210 mg sodium, 1g fiber, 1g protein
This mustard-based keto dressing is the perfect addition to any salad, but it’s also a marinade made in heaven. The brand also suggests using it in a cole slaw or spread—the creamy garlic herb blend is that good.
Per 1 tbsp serving: 95 calories, 9.5 g fat (1.5g saturated), 2g carbs, 2g sugar, 22.5 mg sodium, 0g fiber, 4.5g protein
This classic dressing gets a modern keto spin with two different kind of oils (sunflower and extra-virgin olive oil), and it only uses natural ingredients like garlic, mustard, and sea salt, instead of artificial flavorings.
Per 2 tbsp serving: 80 calories,9 g fat (.5g saturated), 1g carbs, 0g sugar, 65 mg sodium, 0g fiber, 0g protein
We can't stop, won't stop with the lemon garlic flavors. This bright, punchy dressing is what you need to make your next salad sing. The ingredients are simple, including lemon juice concentrate, safflower oil, and spices. It's perfect for drizzling atop grilled veggies like asparagus.
Per 2 tbsp serving: 50 calories, 5 g fat (.5g saturated), 1g carbs, 0g sugar, 180 mg sodium, 0g fiber, 0g protein
We know you totally make keto bread. This is what your oil dipping dreams are made of. This dressing is super garlic-y but also nicely tangy from the apple cider vinegar. Also great tossed with steamed vege. (Try broccoli!) One note: there is a small amount of added cane sugar in this dressing, so make sure it fits in line with everything else you're eating that day.
Per 1 tbsp serving: 60 calories, 5 g fat (0g saturated), 2g carbs, 2g sugar, 220 mg sodium, 0g fiber, 0g protein
You can't really go wrong with extra virgin olive oil, especially when you're on keto. This EVOO-based salad dressing is the perfect French dressing, packed with herbs like white pepper, chives and rosemary, and it skips traditional onions and garlic, making it FODMAP-friendly, too.
Per 2 tbsp serving: 140 calories, 14 g fat (1.5g saturated), 3g carbs, 3g sugar, 210 mg sodium, 0g fiber, 0g protein
The Dress It Up champagne vinaigrette is described as mild, mellow, and just a little sweet. It uses minimal ingredients and you probably recognize most of them: olive oil, balsamic vinegar, champagne vinegar, garlic, dijon mustard, and sea salt.
Per 1 tbsp serving: 80 calories, 9g fat (1.5g saturated), 1g carbs, 0g sugar, 85 mg sodium, 0g fiber, 0g protein
Saucy Lips dressings come in a ton of new flavors you've probably never heard of before (like zesty cilantro, here, and pineapple Thai). They're also friendly for basically any diet: vegan, paleo, Atkins, keto; and they're also gluten-, dairy-, and soy-free.
Per 2 tbsp serving: 10 calories, 0 g fat (0g saturated), 0g carbs, 0g sugar, 90 mg sodium, 0g fiber, 0g protein
It's pretty hard to find a keto-friendly honey mustard dressing, but this one checks the box. The sugar-free salad dressing has only 3 grams of carbs per serving.
Per 2 ttbsp serving: 10 calories, 0 g fat (0g saturated), 3g carbs, 0g sugar, 240 mg sodium, 2g fiber, 0g protein
Because this blue cheese dressing is calorie-free (yes, really), it's suitable for all kinds of diets, including keto. It's made with a mix of vegan ingredients including onion powder, cayenne pepper, and vinegar.
Per 2 tbsp serving: 0 calories, 0 g fat (0g saturated), 0g carbs, 0g sugar, 240mg sodium, 0g fiber, 0g protein
This keto-friendly salad dressing is made in small batches to preserve its natural flavors. This sauce is tasty on salads, but can also be used as a veggie dip, in your wraps, and on your burgers and fries.
Per 2 tbsp serving: 130 calories, 14 g fat (2g saturated), 3g carbs, 2g sugar, 170 mg sodium, 0g fiber, 1g protein
This plant-based salad dressing has a base of cauliflower puree, sunflower oil and yummy Italian spices like oregano and basil. It's also non-dairy and has no-soy. Add it to your salad, sammies or vegetables for extra flavor. Per 2 tbsp serving: 30 calories, 1.5 g fat (0g saturated), 4g carbs, 0g sugar, 250 mg sodium, 3g fiber, 0g protein
This toasted sesame dressing is tangy and sweet (but also sugar-free) and totally keto-friendly. Whip it into some Chinese Chicken Salad or use it to dip in veggies or other snacks for yummy Asian flavor. Per 2 tbsp serving: 35 calories, 4 g fat (.5g saturated), 0g carbs, 0g sugar, 320 mg sodium, 0g fiber, 0g protein
This carrot-based keto salad dressing is made with super flavorful ingredients like tahini (ground sesame seeds), ginger, shallots, and garlic. It also has a secret ingredient: coconut aminos.
Per 2 tbsp serving: 10 calories, .5 g fat (0g saturated), 1g carbs, 0g sugar, 190 mg sodium, 0g fiber, 0g protein
All you need is EVOO, lemon juice, spices, and salt and you've got yourself your go-to dressing. And, it has a nice kick of heat just to keep things interesting. What's also great is that, unlike many bottled dressings, this one keeps sodium nice and low.
Per 2 tbsp serving: 60 calories, 7 g fat (1g saturated), 0g carbs, 0g sugar, 30 mg sodium, 0g fiber, 0g protein
You're putting EBS (that's everything bagel seasoning) on everything anyway, why not your salad, too? This is an absolutely delicious twist on ranch. Our reco? Toss this ranch with chopped iceberg or go retro with an iceberg wedge with this drizzled on top. (Don't forget the bacon!)
Per 2 tbsp serving: 160 calories, 18 g fat (1.5g saturated), 1g carbs, 0g sugar, 210 mg sodium, 0g fiber, 0g protein