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Olive Garden Salad Recipe

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A fresh and vibrant Olive Garden inspired salad featuring crisp iceberg mix, juicy Roma tomatoes, tangy pepperoncini, olives, crunchy croutons, and shaved parmesan cheese, all tossed in a homemade Italian dressing for a perfect balance of flavors.

  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Salad

  • 12 ounce bag iceberg salad mix
  • 2 Roma tomatoes, sliced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup pepperoncini peppers, whole
  • 1/2 cup black olives
  • 3/4 cup croutons
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded or shaved

Dressing

  • 1 packet Italian dressing mix
  • 3/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup white wine vinegar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise

Instructions

  1. Prepare the salad mix: In a large bowl, combine the iceberg salad mix, sliced Roma tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, whole pepperoncini peppers, black olives, croutons, and shredded or shaved parmesan cheese. Set aside.
  2. Make the dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the Italian dressing mix, olive oil, white wine vinegar, water, sugar, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and mayonnaise until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  3. Toss the salad with dressing: Pour approximately two-thirds (2/3) cup of the prepared dressing over the salad mixture. Toss gently but thoroughly to evenly coat all ingredients with the dressing.
  4. Serve immediately: Once the salad is well coated with dressing, serve immediately to enjoy the freshest flavors and crisp textures.

Notes

  • For best flavor, use fresh vegetables and chilled salad mix.
  • Adjust seasoning and sugar in the dressing to taste as per preference.
  • Leftover dressing can be stored in an airtight container refrigerated for up to one week.
  • Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a protein boost if desired.
  • Use gluten-free croutons to make the salad gluten-free.

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