Italian vs Italian Dressing
Overall, Italian has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 7 of our comparison points versus 0.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Italian | Italian Dressing |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | e |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 33 kcal | 267 kcal |
| Fat | 0 g | 23.3 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 3.3 g |
| Sugars | 3.3 g | 13.3 g |
| Salt | 2.3 g | 2.8 g |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g |
| Additives | 5 | 2 |
| Allergens | None listed | Soybeans |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Italian has 88% fewer calories (33 kcal vs 267 kcal).
- Italian has no fat, while Italian Dressing has 23.3 g.
- Italian has no saturated fat, while Italian Dressing has 3.3 g.
- Italian has 75% less sugar (3.3 g vs 13.3 g).
- Italian has 18% less salt (2.3 g vs 2.8 g).
- Italian has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Italian Dressing lists: Soybeans.
Ingredients
Italian
water, maltodextrin cider vinegar, sorbitol. salt, lemon juice concentrate, modified corn starch, dried garlic, dried red bell pepper, dried onion, spices, xanthan gum, potassium sartate, sodium benzoate and calcium disodium edta (to preserve freshness), sucralose.
Italian Dressing
water, vegetable oil (soybean oil, canola oil), distilled vinegar, sugar, salt, contains less than 2% of garlic*, onion*, red bell pepper*, maltodextrin, xanthan gum, spices, yeast extract, calcium disodium edta to protect flavor, natural flavor, lemon juice concentrate, caramel color, annatto extract (for color), *dried, dist,, sold exclusively by: aldi batavia, il 60510 aldi twice as nice empty before recycling best if used by date on neck label guarantee shake well , refrigerate
FAQ
Which is healthier: Italian or Italian Dressing?
Overall, Italian has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Italian has fewer calories: 33 kcal versus 267 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Italian has less sugar: 3.3 g versus 13.3 g per 100 g.