Food guide

Caesar Dressing

Caesar Dressing is a common fat, nut or seed food; portions add up quickly.

Healthy FatsPlant-Based

Caesar Dressing, a nutrient-dense healthy fats food, photographed on a plain linen surface

Nutrition per 100 g

Standardised to 100 g of caesar dressing for fair comparison. Typical serving: 14 g (1 tbsp) — 131 kcal per 14 g serving.

Nutrition information for Caesar Dressing
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (14 g)	Per 100 kcal
Energy	936 kcal	131 kcal	100 kcal
Protein	10.7 g	1.5 g	1.1 g
Carbohydrate	219.3 g	30.7 g	23.4 g
Fat	1.4 g	0.2 g	0.2 g
Fibre	1.4 g	0.2 g	0.2 g

Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Micronutrients

Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of caesar dressing, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.

Micronutrients for Caesar Dressing
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (14 g)	% DV
Vitamins
Vitamin A	1 µg	0.14 µg	<1%
Vitamin C	0.1 mg	0.014 mg	<1%
Vitamin D	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Vitamin E	0.02 mg	0.003 mg	<1%
Vitamin K	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Thiamin	0.031 mg	0.004 mg	3%
Riboflavin	0.009 mg	0.001 mg	<1%
Niacin	0.029 mg	0.004 mg	<1%
Vitamin B6	0.04 mg	0.006 mg	2%
Folate	2 µg	0.28 µg	<1%
Vitamin B12	0.04 µg	0.006 µg	2%
Pantothenic acid	0.027 mg	0.004 mg	<1%
Choline	2.4 mg	0.34 mg	<1%
Minerals
Calcium	33 mg	4.6 mg	3%
Iron	0.29 mg	0.041 mg	2%
Magnesium	4 mg	0.56 mg	<1%
Phosphorus	30 mg	4.2 mg	2%
Potassium	48 mg	6.7 mg	1%
Sodium	1265 mg	177 mg	55%
Zinc	0.3 mg	0.042 mg	3%
Selenium	2.2 µg	0.31 µg	4%
Copper	0.019 mg	0.003 mg	2%
Manganese	0.04 mg	0.006 mg	2%

Source: USDA FoodData Central — Salad dressing, caesar, fat-free

% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Why eat caesar dressing?

A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
Caesar Dressing is a common fat, nut or seed food; portions add up quickly.

How to include it

Use in the usual way for this food, and keep an eye on the stated serving.
Typical pairing ideas: Rice, Vegetables, Eggs.

Things to consider

Preparation and added fat, salt or sugar change the numbers more than the raw food does.

Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.

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