Olive Garden Side of Marinara Sauce (Large)
Olive Garden Side of Marinara Sauce (Large) costs $9.49 for a large container of the homemade marinara at 290 calories total. It is the vegan sauce on the menu and the cheapest way to take the kitchen's tomato sauce home.
The Olive Garden Side of Marinara Sauce (Large) is a sides & sauces item on the Olive Garden Menu, priced at $9.49 ($8.49 to $11.29 depending on your state). A standard serving contains 290 calories.
Ingredients Summary
Tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, onions and Italian herbs simmered into the marinara used across the menu. Breadsticks not included.
Taste Profile
Bright, garlicky and a little sweet, with a smooth texture. It is lighter than the meat sauce and works as a pizza sauce at home.
The whole large container is 290 calories, so a serving is around 70 calories and 640 mg of sodium.
Healthier alternative: This is already the lightest sauce on the menu.
“A pint of good marinara for the price of a jar of the fancy supermarket brand, and it is vegan. Stock up for pasta night.”
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Dietary Information
Vegan per the official guide. The allergen guide flags soy only.
Nutritional Facts
The official Olive Garden guide lists 290 calories for the Side of Marinara Sauce (Large). Full macros for this exact serving are not published; the closest listed dish is shown on the nutrition facts page.
Nutritional values are based on standard recipes and may vary by location or customization. Compare this item with the rest of the menu on our complete Olive Garden nutrition facts page.
Most Ordered Together
Add a side of meatballs and you have meatball subs at home.
Allergen Information
The official Olive Garden allergen guide lists soy for the Side of Marinara Sauce (Large). Kitchens share fryers and prep areas, so cross-contact is possible. See the full Olive Garden allergen menu.
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Side of Marinara Sauce (Large) Price by State
Olive Garden prices differ by market. The typical price of $9.49 is the most common one across the states below; California, New York and Alaska run highest.
| State | Price | vs typical |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $9.49 | — |
| Alaska | $10.29 | +$0.80 |
| Arizona | $9.99 | +$0.50 |
| Arkansas | $8.49 | −$1.00 |
| California | $11.29 | +$1.80 |
| Colorado | $10.29 | +$0.80 |
| Connecticut | $9.79 | +$0.30 |
| Delaware | $9.49 | — |
| Florida | $9.79 | +$0.30 |
| Georgia | $8.49 | −$1.00 |
| Idaho | $9.49 | — |
| Illinois | $9.99 | +$0.50 |
| Indiana | $9.49 | — |
| Iowa | $9.49 | — |
| Kansas | $9.49 | — |
| Kentucky | $9.49 | — |
| Louisiana | $8.49 | −$1.00 |
| Maine | $9.99 | +$0.50 |
| Maryland | $9.49 | — |
| Massachusetts | $9.99 | +$0.50 |
| Michigan | $8.49 | −$1.00 |
| Minnesota | $11.29 | +$1.80 |
| Mississippi | $8.49 | −$1.00 |
| Missouri | $8.49 | −$1.00 |
| Montana | $9.79 | +$0.30 |
| Nebraska | $8.49 | −$1.00 |
| Nevada | $9.99 | +$0.50 |
| New Hampshire | $9.49 | — |
| New Jersey | $9.49 | — |
| New Mexico | $8.49 | −$1.00 |
| New York | $9.99 | +$0.50 |
| North Carolina | $8.49 | −$1.00 |
| North Dakota | $9.79 | +$0.30 |
| Ohio | $9.49 | — |
| Oklahoma | $9.49 | — |
| Oregon | $11.29 | +$1.80 |
| Pennsylvania | $9.49 | — |
| Rhode Island | $9.79 | +$0.30 |
| South Carolina | $9.49 | — |
| South Dakota | $8.49 | −$1.00 |
| Tennessee | $9.49 | — |
| Texas | $9.49 | — |
| Utah | $9.49 | — |
| Vermont | $9.49 | — |
| Virginia | $9.49 | — |
| Washington | $11.29 | +$1.80 |
| West Virginia | $9.49 | — |
| Wisconsin | $9.49 | — |
| Wyoming | $9.49 | — |
Common Questions
How much is a large marinara sauce at Olive Garden?
The large container costs $9.49 at the typical US price.
How many calories are in the large marinara?
The full container has 290 calories, about 70 per serving.
Is Olive Garden marinara vegan?
Yes. Marinara is listed as vegan in the official vegetarian and vegan guide.
Is the marinara gluten free?
The allergen guide flags only soy for marinara, no wheat or gluten.
How long does the marinara keep?
About five days refrigerated, and it freezes well.