Olive Garden Salad
Experience the vibrant flavors of a classic Olive Garden Salad right in your kitchen. This refreshing dish combines crisp vegetables, zesty dressing, and crunchy croutons, making it a delightful addition to any meal—whether it’s a casual weeknight dinner or an elegant gathering with friends and family. With just 25 minutes of prep time, you’ll whip up this salad effortlessly. Plus, it’s easily customizable to suit your taste! Enjoy a burst of freshness and color with every bite.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 8 cups chopped lettuce
- ¼ cup shredded red cabbage
- ¼ cup julienne carrots
- ¼ cup sliced red onion
- ½ cup black olives
- 2 sliced Roma tomatoes
- 1/3 cup pepperoncinis
- 1 cup croutons
- ¾ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 (.7 oz.) packet Zesty Italian Dressing Mix
- 1/3 cup white vinegar
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tablespoon grated Romano cheese
- 3 teaspoons sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons mayo
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by blending all dressing ingredients until emulsified. Chill in the fridge.
- Wash and chop all salad vegetables as per the ingredient list.
- In a large bowl, combine the salad ingredients (except dressing and croutons) and toss gently.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad before serving and toss lightly to coat. Top with croutons.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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