Copycat Olive Garden Salad
Copycat Olive Garden Salad offers a burst of fresh flavors and vibrant colors that elevate any meal. With crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, tangy pepperoncini, and a zesty dressing, this salad is not just a side dish; it’s a delightful experience. Perfect for family gatherings or casual dinners, this recipe can be whipped up in under 15 minutes, making it a go-to for impressing guests or enjoying on a warm day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup pepperoncini peppers
- 1/2 cup Olive Garden salad dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup croutons (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly. Chop it into bite-sized pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes and sliced cucumbers to the bowl.
- Toss in the thinly sliced red onion and pepperoncini peppers.
- If making homemade dressing, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat.
- Top with grated Parmesan cheese and croutons if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg