Gluten-Free Olive Garden Salad

Indulge in a fresh, flavorful twist on a restaurant classic with this Gluten-Free Olive Garden Salad. Bursting with crisp romaine lettuce, juicy Roma tomatoes, tangy pepperoncini peppers, and savory black olives, this recipe replicates the iconic Italian favorite while catering to gluten-free diets. Topped with crunchy gluten-free croutons and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan, it’s all tied together with a zesty homemade Italian dressing crafted from extra virgin olive oil, white wine vinegar, and aromatic herbs. Ready in just 20 minutes, this vibrant salad is perfect as a side dish or a light, refreshing main course. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or craving a touch of nostalgia, this gluten-free powerhouse will quickly become a staple in your recipe collection.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 cups Romaine lettuce
• 0.5 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 large Roma tomatoes, diced
• 0.5 cup Black olives, sliced
• 6 pieces Pepperoncini peppers
• 1 large Cucumber, sliced
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 cup Gluten-free croutons
• 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.25 cup White wine vinegar
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the salad ingredients. Wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly. Tear the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Add the thinly sliced red onions, diced Roma tomatoes, sliced black olives, and cucumber slices to the bowl.

Step 3

Include the whole pepperoncini peppers on top of the salad mixture.

Step 4

Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the salad ingredients.

Step 5

Top with gluten-free croutons for added crunch.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, prepare the gluten-free Italian dressing by whisking together the olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Taste the dressing and adjust any seasonings to your preference, if necessary.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are coated well.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh, gluten-free take on the classic Olive Garden Salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1681.6 grams (1681.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2205

Total Fat 167.70g	215%
Saturated Fat 30.70g	154%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 40mg	13%
Sodium 6258mg	272%
Total Carbohydrate 163.50g	59%
Dietary Fiber 25.60g	91%
Total Sugars 29.00g
Protein 37.70g	75%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 778mg	60%
Iron 12mg	65%
Potassium 2248mg	48%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.2%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 28.3%