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Marie's White Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
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Marie's White Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing

MARIE'S
11.50 foz
Available at Foodtown
110
Calories
0g
Protein
3g
Sugars
170mg
Sodium
34
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Marie’s White Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing is a small-batch-styled, shelf-stable dressing you’d spot in the salad dressing and condiments aisle alongside other vinaigrettes, specialty oils, and gourmet marinades. Packaged in a clear bottle (often presented to look glass) with a pour spout, the pale, slightly golden emulsion reads as a lighter, more refined option than heavy creamy dressings. It’s marketed as a versatile pantry staple — “makes a great marinade” — and is positioned toward home cooks who want a quick way to add a restaurant-style finish to salads, grilled veggies, or weeknight proteins. The label leans on culinary cues rather than child-focused colors: mentions of white balsamic and extra virgin olive oil create a mild health halo and an artisanal vibe, though there’s no organic certification and the ingredient list includes stabilizers and acids typical of commercial dressings. Sensory qualities are bright and tangy with a thin, pourable texture that clings lightly to leafy greens; you’ll notice a sweet edge from sugar and a subtle onion-garlic savor, with a slight viscosity from xanthan gum. Rituals around its use include a quick shake, a splash over mixed greens, or as an impromptu marinade for chicken or shrimp before a grill session. In plain terms, this product is an industrially formulated condiment: made from refined oils, vinegars, sweeteners and food additives to ensure consistent taste and shelf life. It sits comfortably in American grocery culture as a convenient, slightly upscale finishing ingredient for everyday meals and casual entertaining.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 tbsp
Servings per Container: 11
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat11g14%
Saturated Fat2g10%
Sodium170mg7%
Total Carbohydrate3g1%
Total Sugars3g
Added Sugars2g4%
Protein0g
* 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

SOYBEAN, OIL,, WATER,, WHITE, BALSAMIC, VINEGAR,, SUGAR,, DISTILLED, VINEGAR,, ONION, JUICE,, EXTRA, VIRGIN, OLIVE, OIL,, CONTAINS, LESS, THAN, 2%, OF, SHALLOTS*,, SALT,, GARLIC*,, MUSTARD, SEED,, XANTHAN, GUM,, SPICES,, CITRIC, ACID,, TURMERIC,, TARTARIC, ACID., *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?

Contains industrially processed oils, emulsifiers/stabilizers (xanthan gum), added sugar and food-grade acids — characteristic of ultra-processed foods designed for convenience, stability, and consistent flavor.

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Common Questions about Marie's White Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective! This dressing has 110 calories per two-tablespoon serving, with 11g of fat (mostly from soybean and extra virgin olive oil). If you're looking for a tasty way to dress up your salads without going overboard on calories, this can be a solid choice—just remember to keep portion sizes in mind!

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