Olive Garden Salad
Recreate the classic taste of your favorite restaurant with this irresistible Olive Garden Salad recipe, a perfect blend of crisp romaine lettuce, juicy Roma tomatoes, and zesty pepperoncini peppers. This crowd-pleasing salad is elevated with savory black olives, crunchy croutons, and a generous dusting of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, all tossed gently in tangy Italian dressing for a burst of flavor in every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this vibrant salad is ideal as a healthy starter or side dish for any meal. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or craving a restaurant-quality dish at home, this salad is sure to be a fresh, delightful hit!
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Ingredients
- 8 cups Romaine lettuce
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 2 medium Roma tomatoes
- 0.5 cup Black olives
- 0.25 cup Pepperoncini peppers
- 1 cup Croutons
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup Italian dressing
Directions
Step 1
Begin by washing and drying the romaine lettuce thoroughly. Tear the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
Step 2
Slice the red onion thinly, ideally into rings or half-moons, and add them to the lettuce.
Step 3
Cut the Roma tomatoes into wedges and place them in the bowl with the lettuce and onion.
Step 4
Add the black olives to the bowl. If they are not pitted, make sure to remove the pits beforehand.
Step 5
Gently add the whole pepperoncini peppers on top of the salad. These provide a tangy and slightly spicy flavor.
Step 6
Sprinkle the croutons generously over the top of the salad for added crunch.
Step 7
Grate or shred the parmesan cheese and sprinkle it over all the ingredients in the bowl.
Step 8
Pour the Italian dressing evenly over the salad. To prepare, you may use a store-bought Italian dressing or make your own according to preference.
Step 9
Toss the salad gently until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
Step 10
Serve the salad immediately in individual bowls or on plates to maintain its fresh and crisp quality.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 779 grams (779.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 752 |
| Total Fat 47.60g | 61% |
| Saturated Fat 11.60g | 58% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 14.20g | |
| Cholesterol 25mg | 8% |
| Sodium 3163mg | 138% |
| Total Carbohydrate 67.10g | 24% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.20g | 40% |
| Total Sugars 24.40g | |
| Protein 19.40g | 39% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 485mg | 37% |
| Iron 9mg | 51% |
| Potassium 1209mg | 26% |
Source of Calories