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Zesty italian dressing
Zesty italian dressing provides 133 kcal per 100 g, with 6.7 g of sugars and 0 g of protein. That is 15% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Salad dressings category. Contains: soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 133 kcal | 295 −55% |
| Total fat | 10 g | 27.5 −64% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 3.5 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 10 g | 10.8 −7% |
| Total sugars | 6.7 g | 7.9 −15% |
| Protein | 0 g | 1.2 −100% |
| Salt | 2.3 g | 2.1 +13% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 1819 Salad dressings products on Foodmetria.
Nutrition claims check
Claims its numbers support
- Low saturated fat
- 0 g per 100 g, 0% of calories (EU: no more than 1.5 g per 100 g and 10% of calories)
Checked against the per-100 g thresholds of EU Regulation 1924/2006, using the nutrition data above. US labels follow FDA rules, which are mostly based on serving size and can give a different result; FDA has no defined “low sugar” claim.
Compared with other salad dressings
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
water, distilled vinegar, soybean oil, high fructose corn syrup, salt, dried onion, monosodium glutamate, dried garlic, sugar, modified food starch, xanthan gum, potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate, calcium disodium EDTA, polysorbate 60, beta carotene, yellow 5, red 40
- Allergens
- Soybeans
Additives 10
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Regulatory status of its additives
How the US, individual states and the EU treat additives found in this product's ingredient list.
United States
Red 40 (E129) and Yellow 5 (E102) are among six petroleum-based dyes FDA is asking manufacturers to remove by the end of 2027. The phase-out is voluntary: the dyes remain approved.
California
The California School Food Safety Act (AB 2316) bars Red 40 (E129) and Yellow 5 (E102) from food served or sold in public schools from December 31, 2027.
West Virginia
West Virginia HB 2354 has barred Red 40 (E129) and Yellow 5 (E102) from school nutrition programs since August 1, 2025. A statewide ban due January 1, 2028 is on hold under a preliminary injunction (December 23, 2025) while the state appeals.
European Union
In the EU, food containing Yellow 5 (E102) and Red 40 (E129) must state that it "may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children."
What these additives are and what the research says: Red 40, Yellow 5.
Additives are detected from the ingredient list by Open Food Facts and may be incomplete or out of date. Regulatory status checked October 6, 2026; rules are changing quickly. Not legal advice — always check the package label.
Product details
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0810036561068
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Zesty italian dressing?
Zesty italian dressing contains 133 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Zesty italian dressing?
Zesty italian dressing has 6.7 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Zesty italian dressing healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
What allergens does Zesty italian dressing contain?
According to the label data it contains: Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Does Zesty italian dressing contain additives restricted in the US or the EU?
Its ingredient list includes Red 40 (E129) and Yellow 5 (E102). FDA is asking manufacturers to stop using them by the end of 2027 (voluntarily); California bars them from public schools from December 31, 2027; West Virginia bars them from school meals; the EU requires a warning label on food with them. Recipes change — check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated February 15, 2025. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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