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    How to Order Keto at Olive Garden

    Jan 15, 2019 · Modified: Aug 4, 2023 · This post may contain affiliate links · 3 Comments

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    Is it possible to follow Keto at Olive Garden? Almost sounds like an oxymoron, doesn't it?

    If you would've asked me this question a few months ago, I would've said you were wasting your time. But as it turns out, there are quite a few low carb options that you can totally enjoy from this popular Italian chain!

    Overview

    Here are a few guidelines to stick to when at Olive Garden:

    • Avoid the carb-heavy stuff, including the pasta, pasta bowls and beloved breadsticks. One breadstick will set you back 25g carbs alone.
    • Some have said that their Olive Garden let them substitute broccoli for pasta. Your mileage may vary.
    • Don't be afraid to order things separately if you don't see what you're looking for.
    • Planning on eating somewhere else? I've got plenty of Keto eating out guides for you to choose from.

    Appetizers

    Nutrition information for the following is for the entire appetizer.

    • Chicken Fingers
      (220 calories, 11g fat, 12g carbs, 19g protein)
    • Stuffed Mushrooms
      (380 calories, 30g fat, 13g carbs, 1g fiber, 15g protein) 12g NET
    • Spicy Calabrian Chicken Tenders
      (900 calories, 67g fat, 19g carbs, 4g fiber, 56g protein) 15g NET

    Soups & Salads

    The soups really aren't that Keto friendly, but if you were really sold on indulging, they all come in under 20g net carbs.

    I listed the salads with slight variations -- make a decision that fits your goals.

    • Minestrone
      (110 calories, 1g fat, 17g carbs, 4g fiber, 5g protein) 13g NET
    • Zuppa Toscana
      (220 calories, 15g fat, 15g carbs, 2g fiber, 7g protein) 13g NET
    • Pasta Fagioli Soup
      (150 calories, 5g fat, 16g carbs, 3g fiber, 8g protein) 13g NET
    • Famous House Salad + dressing + croutons
      (150 calories, 10g fat, 13g carbs, 2g fiber, 3g protein) 11g NET
    • Famous House Salad + dressing, no croutons
      (110 calories, 8g fat, 7g carbs, 2g fiber, 2g protein) 5g NET
    • Famous House Salad, no croutons or dressing
      (30 calories, 0g fat, 5g carbs, 2g fiber, 2g protein) 3g NET
    • Italian dressing
      (80 calories, 8g fat, 2g carbs, 0g protein)
    • Low fat Italian dressing
      (30 calories, 2g fat, 2g carbs, 0g protein)

    Lunch Entrées

    • Chicken Margherita
      (400 calories, 25g fat, 11g carbs, 2g fiber, 36g protein) 9g NET
    • Chicken Piccata
      (370 calories, 22g fat, 12g carbs, 3g fiber, 32g protein) 9g NET
    Keto @ Olive Garden: Chicken Piccata + Garlic Parmesan Zucchini

    Dinner Entrées

    • Herb-grilled Salmon
      (610 calories, 45g fat, 9g carbs, 4g fiber, 45g protein) 5g NET
    • Salmon Piccata
      (580 calories, 40g fat, 12g carbs, 3g fiber, 45g protein) 9g NET
    • Grilled Chicken Margherita
      (650 calories, 39g fat, 15g carbs, 5g fiber, 64g protein) 9g NET
    • Chicken Piccata
      (530 calories, 27g fat, 12g carbs, 3g fiber, 60g protein) 9g NET

    Proteins

    • Grilled chicken
      (130 calories, 2.5g fat, >1g carbs, 26g protein) 
    • Italian sausage, 2 links
      (470 calories, 39g fat, 2g carbs, 27g protein)
    • Meatballs, 3
      (480 calories, 40g fat, 7g carbs, 3g fiber, 23g protein) 4g NET
    • Sautéed shrimp
      (60 calories, 0g fat, 0g carbs, 14g protein)

    Sides

    • Steamed broccoli
      (35 calories, 0g fat, 7g carbs, 4g fiber, 4g protein) 3g NET
    • Seasoned Parmesan garlic broccoli (150 calories, 15g fat, 8g carbs, 3g fiber, 5g protein) 5g NET
    • Parmesan crusted zucchini
      (90 calories, 7g fat, 5g carbs, 1g fiber, 4g protein) 4g NET
    • Garlic mashed potatoes
      (150 calories, 8g fat, 17g carbs, 2g fiber, 3g protein) 15g NET

    Sauces

    • Alfredo sauce
      (440 calories, 43g fat, 5g carbs, 8g protein)
    • Marinara sauce
      (90 calories, 5g fat, 11g carbs, 2g fiber, 1g protein) 9g NET
    • Five Cheese Marinara sauce
      (220 calories, 17g fat, 11g carbs, 1g fiber, 5g protein) 10g NET

    Tips for Ordering Keto at Olive Garden

    • Focus on dishes that are heavy on protein and contain fiber to bring down the net carb counts.
    • While some items are low in carbs, they can still be a bit high for a Keto diet (at or under 20g net carbs per day). Order what you like and split it with a friend, or even save it for lunch tomorrow!

    Meal Ideas

    • Herb-grilled Salmon with steamed broccoli
      (495 calories, 29g fat, 16g carbs, 9g fiber, 49g protein) 7g NET
    • House Salad with dressing (no croutons) + order of meatballs
      (590 calories, 48g fat, 14g carbs, 5g fiber, 25g protein) 9g NET
    • Chicken Piccata (lunch size) with Parmesan crusted zucchini
      (460 calories, 29g fat, 17g carbs, 4g fiber, 36g protein) 13g NET

    All information was pulled from the Olive Garden nutritional guide.

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    1. Maria Miranda

      July 28, 2019 at 10:49 am

      Please, enter information on Glory Days Restaurant Coconut Shrimp. Thank you

      Reply
    2. Dee Gee

      January 18, 2019 at 11:26 am

      Thanks for all your research. I use it all the time!

      Reply
    3. Carrie

      January 17, 2019 at 2:06 pm

      I went there a couple of months ago and ordered chicken fettuccini with asparagus instead of fettuccini noodles. They charged me a couple of bucks more but it well worth it! I took a pic. I wish I could post it.

      Reply

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