Balsamic vinaigrette

Moderate FODMAP (Caution)1 tbsp (21g)

Is balsamic vinaigrette low FODMAP?

Balsamic vinaigrette is moderate FODMAP, safe in limited portions (1 tbsp (21g)).

A plain oil-and-balsamic vinaigrette is fine at about 1 tbsp, since balsamic vinegar is only low FODMAP to 2 tbsp before fructose climbs. Watch bottled versions for added garlic, and an oil-and-red-wine-vinegar dressing is an even gentler swap.

FODMAP subgroups to watch

Balsamic vinaigrette contains excess fructose that can drive SIBO symptoms.

Portion threshold

Balsamic vinegar carries excess fructose above 2 tbsp, and many bottled vinaigrettes also add garlic. Single typical servings stay in the rated range; larger servings push past the threshold.

SIBO note

Watch this one for ISO (hydrogen sulfide overproduction). Balsamic vinaigrette contains sulfur compounds, and ISO patterns can be more sensitive to these, especially in larger servings.

Low-FODMAP condiments to try instead

Garlic-infused oilLow FODMAP Pickled gingerLow FODMAP Dill picklesLow FODMAP Olive oilLow FODMAP Coconut oilLow FODMAP Sesame oilLow FODMAP

A single food is only half the story. Eating balsamic vinaigrette in a bigger meal? See how it stacks with the rest of your plate.

FODMAP thresholds follow the Monash University Low FODMAP Diet research. Tolerance is individual. Unsibo is a wellness companion; it is not a medical device and does not diagnose, treat, or prevent any condition.