Olive Garden Calories – Complete Menu List
Olive Garden’s “When You’re Here, You’re Family” promise comes with unlimited breadsticks and salad — generous portions that taste amazing but can also mean a single dinner plate carries an entire day’s worth of calories.
⚡ Quick Answer: Fettuccine Alfredo has 1,200 calories. One breadstick is only 140 calories, but most people eat 3-4. The Chicken Margherita at 580 calories is one of the lightest entrées on the menu.
📋 This guide covers: Pasta entrées, Chicken & Seafood, Soups & Salad, Breadsticks, Appetizers, Desserts, and the best low-calorie combos.
This complete Olive Garden calories guide breaks down every category on the menu — including the famous unlimited breadsticks and salad — so you know exactly what’s on your plate.
Olive Garden Pasta Calories
| Pasta Dish | Calories | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fettuccine Alfredo | 1,200 | 30g | 75g |
| Spaghetti with Meat Sauce | 680 | 27g | 22g |
| Cheese Ravioli | 740 | 28g | 32g |
| Lasagna Classico | 850 | 43g | 43g |
| Five Cheese Ziti al Forno | 980 | 37g | 48g |
| Chicken Alfredo | 1,330 | 52g | 78g |
| Shrimp Scampi | 680 | 30g | 26g |
| Tour of Italy | 1,520 | 67g | 89g |
Olive Garden Chicken and Seafood Calories
| Entrée | Calories | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Margherita | 580 | 49g | 27g |
| Chicken Parmigiana | 1,090 | 54g | 56g |
| Grilled Chicken Margherita (Lighter Italian Fare) | 500 | 49g | 20g |
| Herb-Grilled Salmon | 460 | 41g | 25g |
| Chicken Marsala | 700 | 45g | 36g |
| Shrimp Alfredo | 1,060 | 40g | 59g |
Olive Garden Soup and Salad Calories
| Item | Serving | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| House Salad (with dressing) | 1 serving | 130 |
| House Salad (no dressing) | 1 serving | 50 |
| Zuppa Toscana Soup | 1 bowl | 280 |
| Minestrone Soup | 1 bowl | 90 |
| Pasta e Fagioli Soup | 1 bowl | 220 |
| Chicken & Gnocchi Soup | 1 bowl | 250 |
Olive Garden Breadsticks Calories
| Quantity | Calories | Carbs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Breadstick | 140 | 25g |
| 2 Breadsticks | 280 | 50g |
| 3 Breadsticks | 420 | 75g |
| 4 Breadsticks | 560 | 100g |
Olive Garden Appetizers Calories
| Appetizer | Calories |
|---|---|
| Calamari | 680 |
| Stuffed Mushrooms | 480 |
| Fried Mozzarella | 800 |
| Bruschetta | 280 |
| Spinach and Artichoke Dip | 650 |
Olive Garden Dessert Calories
| Dessert | Calories |
|---|---|
| Tiramisu | 480 |
| Black Tie Mousse Cake | 1,070 |
| Chocolate Brownie Lasagna | 1,140 |
| Zeppoli (no sauce) | 460 |
Lowest Calorie Olive Garden Meal Combinations
- House Salad + Minestrone Soup + 1 Breadstick = 360 cal
- Herb-Grilled Salmon + House Salad = 590 cal
- Chicken Margherita + Zuppa Toscana = 860 cal
- Grilled Chicken Margherita (Lighter Fare) + House Salad = 630 cal
How to Eat Healthy at Olive Garden
- Limit breadsticks to 1-2 — each one adds 140 calories, and they’re easy to lose count of.
- Choose “Lighter Italian Fare” options — these are portion-controlled and lower in calories.
- Order Herb-Grilled Salmon — at 460 calories with 41g protein, it’s one of the best balanced choices.
- Take half home — most pasta entrées are 800-1,500 calories; boxing up half saves significant calories.
- Ask for dressing on the side — controls how much you actually use on your salad.
Olive Garden Calories FAQ
How many calories in Olive Garden Fettuccine Alfredo?
Fettuccine Alfredo has 1,200 calories, 30g protein, and 75g fat — one of the richest pasta dishes on the menu.
What is the lowest calorie entrée at Olive Garden?
Herb-Grilled Salmon at 460 calories is the lightest full entrée. The Minestrone Soup at 90 calories is the lightest item overall.
How many calories are in one Olive Garden breadstick?
One breadstick has 140 calories and 25g of carbs.
How many calories in Olive Garden’s House Salad?
The House Salad with dressing has only 130 calories per serving — one of the healthiest parts of the meal.
What is the highest calorie dish at Olive Garden?
The Tour of Italy at 1,520 calories is the highest calorie single entrée on the regular menu.
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