Best 8 Garden Salad With Italian Dressing Recipes

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If you're looking for a refreshing and flavorful side dish, garden salad with Italian dressing is a perfect choice. This classic salad combines crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and other fresh vegetables with a tangy and aromatic Italian dressing. With its vibrant colors and variety of textures, garden salad is a feast for the eyes and the palate. Whether you're hosting a casual gathering or preparing a healthy meal for yourself, this delicious and nutritious salad is sure to be a hit.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

TOSSED ITALIAN GARDEN SALAD



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A fresh garden salad with homemade Italian-style dressing is the perfect accompaniment to my special lasagna. Nicely seasoned with garlic, herbs and a hint of lemon, the dressing is our family's favorite. As soon as the jar is empty, I make more. -Evelyn Gebhardt, Kasilof, Alaska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon onion salt
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon paprika
Dash dried thyme
8 cups torn salad greens
Sliced cucumbers, quartered cherry tomatoes and shredded carrot

Steps:

  • in a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first 11 ingredients; shake well. Refrigerate for 2 hours. Just before serving, combine the greens, cucumbers, tomatoes and carrots in a salad bowl. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 175mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

ALMOST-FAMOUS GARDEN SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons Miracle Whip
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1 10-ounce bag American salad blend
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
4 small pickled peppers, such as pepperoncini
1 small vine-ripened tomato, quartered
2 tablespoons sliced black olives
1/2 cup large croutons
1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Combine all the dressing ingredients and 1 to 2 tablespoons water in a blender or food processor; puree until smooth.
  • Place the salad blend in a large bowl and top with the remaining salad ingredients. Drizzle with the dressing.
  • Photography by Kate Sears

GARDEN SALAD WITH ITALIAN DRESSING



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A basic garden salad- you can vary the quantities used as desired. Serve the salad in one large bowl or as a side to a meal. Serve the dressing seperately and everyone can add their own. The dressing makes 1 1/2 cups.

Provided by Jubes

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 large iceberg lettuce leaves
2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
1 onion, cut in rings
1 red bell peppers (capsicum) or 1 green bell pepper, cut in slices (capsicum)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved or 3 tomatoes, cut in wedges
1 cucumber, peeled and sliced
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon white sugar
1/2 cup light olive oil (use a good quality oil)
1/2 small white onion, very finely chopped
1 garlic clove, crushed
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped finely (capsicum)
1/4 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Toss salad ingredients to combine.
  • For the dressing- Place ingredients in a screw top jar and shake well- Makes 1 1/2 cups.
  • Serve the salad in one large bowl or as a side to a meal.
  • Add desired amount of dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.8, Fat 28.5, SaturatedFat 4, Sodium 106.3, Carbohydrate 36.7, Fiber 12.6, Sugar 23.1, Protein 9.2

RESTAURANT-STYLE ITALIAN SALAD DRESSING



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This is an easy dressing recipe that tastes great.

Provided by Colleen

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Italian Dressing

Time P1DT5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup Italian-style salad dressing
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon white sugar

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the bottled dressing, garlic, basil, oregano and sugar. Refrigerate at least 24 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.6 calories, Carbohydrate 4.9 g, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 486 mg, Sugar 4 g

GARDEN VEGETABLE SALAD



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MY GRANDMA often made this light garden salad. I especially like to serve it in spring and summer, when we can use fresh vegetables from our backyard garden. The tangy Italian dressing is true to tradition. Crisp and refreshing, this salad complements any meal. -Rosalie Wright, San Jose, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/3 cup sliced zucchini
1/3 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 small tomato, sliced
1/3 cup sliced green pepper
1/3 cup sliced celery
1/3 cup sliced green onions with tops
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh basil
DRESSING:
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all of the vegetables in a salad bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts :

ITALIAN GARDEN SALAD



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Put your farmers' market finds to good use with our Italian Garden Salad recipe, made with olives, zucchini and red pepper. Add some grilled chicken to this Healthy Living garden salad if you're looking for some extra oomph.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pkg. (10 oz.) torn mixed salad greens
1 small red pepper, cut into strips
1 small zucchini, sliced
1/2 cup sliced red onions
1/2 cup pitted black olives
1/2 cup KRAFT Sun Dried Tomato Vinaigrette Dressing

Steps:

  • Toss greens with vegetables and olives in large bowl.
  • Add dressing; mix lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 500 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g

GARDEN PASTA SALAD



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A zesty pasta recipe, with lots of crunchy vegetables.

Provided by L. Gale

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) package uncooked tri-color spiral pasta
½ cup thinly sliced carrots
2 stalks celery, chopped
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
½ cup cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced
2 large tomatoes, diced
¼ cup chopped onion
2 (16 ounce) bottles Italian-style salad dressing
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in large pot of boiling water until al dente. Rinse under cold water, and drain.
  • Mix chopped carrots, celery, cucumber, green pepper, tomatoes, and onion together in large bowl.
  • Combine cooled pasta and vegetables together in large bowl. Pour Italian dressing over mixture, add Parmesan cheese and mix well.
  • Chill for one hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.5 calories, Carbohydrate 45.1 g, Cholesterol 3.5 mg, Fat 27.4 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 1539.7 mg, Sugar 10.6 g

ITALIAN GARDEN PASTA SALAD



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I got the original recipe from Cooking Club of America. I changed the amounts due to my personal tastes as you may do. It doesn't HAVE to be refrigerated overnight, the only time I do that is just for my convienience. Amounts on salad ingredients may be adjusted or left out according to what you like. This is a great pasta salad and I'm always asked for the recipe when I take it to a potluck. Try it, you won't be sorry!8 (1 1/2-cup) servings.

Provided by Susan Dillard

Categories     Potluck

Time 40m

Yield 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 lb penne
3/4 cup cubed colby cheese
3/4 cup cubed jalapeno pepper cheese
3/4 cup cubed provolone cheese
3/4 cup julienned genoa salami
4 plum tomatoes, diced
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/2 cup pitted black olives
1/2 cup sliced red onion
1/2 cup broccoli floret
1/4 cup chopped celery
2 (6 1/2 ounce) jars marinated artichokes, 1 undrained
1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomato packed in oil, and herbs
1 1/2 cups Italian dressing
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Cook penne according to package directions.
  • In medium bowl, whisk together Italian dressing, olive oil, vinegar, garlic, parsley, basil and oregano.
  • In large bowl, combine penne, Colby cheese, hot pepper cheese, Provolone cheese, salami, plum tomatoes, bell pepper, olives, onion, broccoli, celery, artichokes and sun-dried tomatoes.
  • Pour dressing over penne mixture; toss well.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Refrigerate overnight.
  • Before serving, toss pasta.
  • Sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Tips:

  • Fresh ingredients: Always use the freshest vegetables you can find. This will make a big difference in the flavor and texture of your salad.
  • Variety of greens: Don't just use one type of lettuce. Mix and match different greens, such as romaine, arugula, spinach, and kale, to add flavor and texture to your salad.
  • Add some crunch: Add some crunchy vegetables to your salad, such as carrots, celery, cucumbers, and radishes. This will add texture and make your salad more satisfying.
  • Choose a flavorful dressing: The dressing is what really brings a salad together. Choose a dressing that you love and that will complement the flavors of your salad.
  • Don't overdress your salad: A little bit of dressing goes a long way. Too much dressing will overwhelm the other flavors in your salad.

Conclusion:

A garden salad with Italian dressing is more than just a salad. It's a delicious and healthy meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its fresh ingredients, variety of flavors, and crunchy texture, this salad is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this garden salad with Italian dressing a try. You won't be disappointed.

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