Olive Garden Salad And Dressing Recipe Recipe

Recreate the magic of Olive Garden's famous salad at home! This recipe delivers an authentic, restaurant-quality taste experience with a simple, step-by-step guide. Make enough creamy Italian dressing to perfectly coat a large bowl of fresh greens, crisp vegetables, and zesty toppings. Get ready for a delicious and satisfying meal!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Calories 195.1 kcal

Protein 9g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Olive Garden Salad And Dressing Recipe

Mayonnaise
White Vinegar
Vegetable Oil
Corn Syrup
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Romano Cheese
Fresh Garlic Clove
Italian Seasoning
Parsley Flakes
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon sugar
16 ounces pre-washed salad blend
1 cup chopped red onion
1 cup sliced black olives
1 cup sliced banana peppers
1 cup croutons
Roma Tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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How to Make Olive Garden Salad And Dressing Recipe

**Make the Dressing:** In a blender, combine 1/2 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup red wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 cup water, 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, add to taste), and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Blend until smooth and creamy.
**Prepare the Salad:** In a large bowl, combine half of a 16-ounce bag of pre-washed salad blend.
**Add Toppings (First Layer):** Top with half of the following: 1/2 cup chopped red onion, 1/2 cup sliced black olives, 1/2 cup sliced banana peppers, 1/2 cup croutons, and 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes.
**Dress and Toss (First Layer):** Add dressing to taste, starting with 1/4 cup, and gently toss to coat the salad.
**Add Remaining Salad:** Add the remaining half of the 16-ounce bag of salad blend.
**Add Toppings (Second Layer):** Top with the remaining red onion, black olives, banana peppers, croutons, and tomatoes.
**Dress and Toss (Second Layer):** Add more dressing as needed and toss gently to combine.
**Serve:** Pass grated Parmesan cheese and a black pepper mill at the table for guests to add as desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

30g

Fat

11g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Olive Garden Salad And Dressing Recipe?

Olive Garden Salad And Dressing Recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Olive Garden Salad And Dressing Recipe?

Olive Garden Salad And Dressing Recipe has approximately 195.1 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 15 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Olive Garden Salad And Dressing Recipe?

The key ingredients for Olive Garden Salad And Dressing Recipe are Mayonnaise, White Vinegar, Vegetable Oil, Corn Syrup, Parmesan Cheese, Romano Cheese. See the full list with measurements above.