Description
Enjoy the fresh, tangy flavors of Olive Garden’s signature salad at home! This easy-to-make recipe features crisp greens, juicy tomatoes, zesty pepperoncini, and a creamy Parmesan dressing. Perfect as a light meal or side dish! #
Ingredients
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For the Dressing:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons mayo
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
- 1 garlic clove
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Salad:
- 5 oz mixed greens
- 3/4 cup black olives, pitted and halved
- 3/4 cup pepperoncini peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 Roma tomatoes, cut into wedges
- 1 1/2 cups seasoned croutons
- 1/3 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
Instructions
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Prepare the Dressing:
- In a blender or food processor, combine olive oil, mayo, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, Parmesan, garlic, and Italian seasoning. Blend until smooth.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour for flavors to meld.
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Assemble the Salad:
- In a large bowl, toss the mixed greens, olives, pepperoncini, red onion, tomatoes, and croutons.
- Drizzle with the prepared dressing and toss to coat.
- Garnish with shaved Parmesan and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a heartier salad, add grilled chicken or shrimp.
- Adjust the dressing’s consistency by adding more olive oil if needed.
- Store leftover dressing in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 8mg