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By Tim Higgins

Copycat Olive Garden Salad

Name: Copycat Olive Garden Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: European, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning; 2 tablespoons fresh flat leaf parsley , (or 2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes*); 2 tablespoons granulated sugar; 2 tablespoon white wine vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon each kosher salt and black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon each kosher salt and black pepper; ¼ -½ teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1-2 cloves garlic,, minced (or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder); 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1/2 (9-ounce) bag Italian blend lettuce**; 1/2 (9-ounce) bag Garden salad blend lettuce**; 1/2 medium red onion,, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup sliced black olives; 2-3 Roma tomatoes,, quartered; 1/2 cup seasoned croutons; 6-7 pepperoncini peppers; Freshly grated Parmesan cheese,, for garnish

4 steps

Prep:20min

This Copycat Olive Garden Salad recipe maybe inspired by the popular restaurant chain, but is packed with fresh flavors and ingredients, making it better!

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 02:52:54 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Good

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

Moderate

Nutrition per serving

Calories376 kcal (19%)

Total Fat30.7 g (44%)

Carbs20.8 g (8%)

Sugars10.3 g (11%)

Protein5.8 g (12%)

Sodium889.1 mg (44%)

Fiber2.7 g (10%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Instructions

Step 1

To make the Copycat Olive Garden Salad Dressing: Combine all the salad dressing ingredients in large blender. Puree until smooth and creamy; scraping down the sides of the blender with a rubber spatula half way through blending, if needed.

Step 2

Serve salad dressing immediately or store in a glass jar with a lid in the refrigerator for one week.

Step 3

To make the Copycat Olive Garden Salad: In a large salad bowl toss together both salad lettuce blends, sliced red onions, black olives, tomatoes and about 3-4 tablespoons prepared creamy Italian dressing; adding more dressing if desired.

Step 4

Serve prepared salad immediately, topped with croutons and parmesan cheese.

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