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Salad dressing, mayonnaise, regular

Per 100 g edible portion
Condiments & Oils
Higher riskMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Salad dressing is Higher risk: the highest item, Sodium, is at 32% of its limit, above 30%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus21 mg2%
Low
Sodium635 mg32%
High
Potassium20 mg1%
Low

About this food

Salad dressing is a common member of Condiments & Oils. Sodium varies hugely across condiments and oils - soy sauce and sauces are sodium-dense while most plant oils are nearly sodium-free. Swapping salty sauces for oils is a practical sodium trick. This helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Sodium leads at 32%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein1 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.6 gMay contain added sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate5 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Processed additive (highest absorption) · Potassium form: Processed or concentrated

Practical tips

How to eat it more safely: Use herbs, lemon or vinegar instead of salty sauces; be aware that low-sodium salt substitutes swap in potassium.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Salad dressing safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Salad dressing is Higher risk, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (32%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Salad dressing rated Higher risk?

Simply put: among Salad dressing's three minerals, Sodium is highest (635 mg, 32%), and by the tier rule (>30%) the result is Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Salad dressing?

In every 100 g of Salad dressing, Sodium is about 635 mg - roughly 32% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Salad dressing safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Salad dressing falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 20 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Salad dressing compare to other condiments & oils foods?

Against the Condiments & Oils average, Salad dressing shows less Sodium (635 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.