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Marie's® Garlic Parmesan Italian Vinaigrette 11.5 fl oz Plastic Bottle
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📊 NOVA 4🌾 Gluten-Free

Marie's® Garlic Parmesan Italian Vinaigrette 11.5 fl oz Plastic Bottle

MARIE'S
11.50 foz
Available at Foodtown
110
Calories
1g
Protein
1g
Sugars
190mg
Sodium
57
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Marie’s Garlic Parmesan Italian Vinaigrette is a refrigerated, 11.5 fl oz plastic-bottle dressing that sits in the chilled salad-dressing case or near the deli and prepared foods counter, often shelved beside other specialty vinaigrettes, refrigerated ranchs, and premium bottled cheeses. It reads like an upscale everyday condiment: savory garlic and nutty Parmesan notes promise to elevate salads, pastas, grilled vegetables, and quick marinades for weeknight chicken or weekend BBQs. Shoppers reach for it on weekly grocery runs, weekend brunch stock-ups, or when planning informal entertaining — it’s positioned as a flavorful, slightly indulgent step up from basic bottled vinaigrettes. The brand leans on a premium, slightly artisanal image: refrigerated packaging, mention of Parmesan and extra virgin olive oil, and a simple label design create a mild “better-for-you” halo without organic certification; labels highlight gluten-free status and “natural flavor” but there is no organic seal or child-focused branding. In plain processing terms, this is a commercially prepared dressing made from whole food ingredients plus industrial aids (emulsifier/stabilizer and flavorings) to ensure consistency. Sensory experience is a creamy, pourable vinaigrette with a smooth oil-water emulsion, visible flecks of dehydrated roasted garlic and spices, and a tangy, savory finish; use ritual is simple — shake, drizzle, toss — from a convenient flip-top plastic bottle kept in the fridge. Target consumers are home cooks seeking quick flavor boosts and slightly more sophisticated pantry staples that feel premium but remain convenient and ready-to-serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 tbsp
Servings per Container: 11
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat11g14%
Saturated Fat2g10%
Sodium190mg8%
Total Carbohydrate2g1%
Total Sugars1g
Added Sugars1g2%
Protein1g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

WATER,, SOYBEAN, OIL,, PARMESAN, CHEESE, (PASTEURIZED, COW’S, MILK,, CHEESE, CULTURE,, SALT,, AND, ENZYMES),, DISTILLED, VINEGAR,, GARLIC,, ONION, JUICE,, GARLIC, JUICE,, EXTRA, VIRGIN, OLIVE, OIL,, SUGAR,, CONTAINS, LESS, THAN, 2%, OF, SALT,, DIJON, MUSTARD, (WATER,, MUSTARD, SEED,, DISTILLED, VINEGAR,, SALT,, CITRIC, ACID,, TARTARIC, ACID,, TUMERIC,, SPICE),, ROASTED, GARLIC*,, SPICES,, MUSTARD, FLOUR,, XANTHAN, GUM,, CITRIC, ACID,, NATURAL, FLAVOR., *DEHYDRATED.

Flagged Ingredients:

  • soybean oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

This commercial, shelf-stable refrigerated dressing contains additives (xanthan gum, natural flavors) and is an industrially formulated product combining extracted oils, flavorings and stabilizers, which aligns with NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed).

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Common Questions about Marie's® Garlic Parmesan Italian Vinaigrette 11.5 fl oz Plastic Bottle

Healthiness is a bit of a moving target, isn't it? Marie's Garlic Parmesan Italian Vinaigrette has 110 calories per two-tablespoon serving, which isn't too shabby for a dressing. It offers a rich flavor profile thanks to ingredients like Parmesan cheese and garlic, but remember, it does have added sugars and is not particularly high in protein or fiber. It’s great for adding flavor to your salads, but balance it with whole foods for a well-rounded meal.

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