Description
Recreate the beloved Copycat Olive Garden Salad in the comfort of your home, and indulge in a vibrant mix of fresh ingredients. This salad is an ideal choice for any occasion—perfect for dinner parties or as a quick, healthy meal. Featuring crisp romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, zesty peppers, and customizable toppings, this salad is sure to please any crowd. Not only is it quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, but it’s also packed with nutrients, making it a guilt-free option for any dining scenario.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups romaine lettuce, sliced
- 1/2 cup red onion, sliced
- 2 Roma tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup homemade croutons
- 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 24 low sodium pitted black olives
- 9 pepperoncini peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup light Olive Garden Italian dressing
Instructions
- Wash romaine lettuce and use a salad spinner to dry. Slice into bite-sized pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.
- Chop the red onion and Roma tomatoes; add to the bowl with the lettuce.
- Toss in black olives and sliced pepperoncini peppers for added flavor.
- Just before serving, sprinkle on homemade croutons and shredded Parmesan cheese.
- Drizzle with light Italian dressing and toss gently until well combined. Serve immediately for maximum freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg