Best 2 Olive Garden Salad Copycat Recipes

Craving the delicious Olive Garden salad without leaving the comfort of your home? Look no further! This article presents a collection of carefully curated recipes that replicate the authentic flavors of the iconic Olive Garden salad. Whether you're a seasoned salad enthusiast or just starting your culinary journey, these recipes provide a step-by-step guide to recreate the perfect blend of crisp lettuce, savory dressing, and flavorful toppings. Get ready to indulge in a salad experience that's both satisfying and nostalgic, all in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

OLIVE GARDEN SALAD (COPYCAT)

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My whole family loves Olive Garden's Salad! There are already a couple of recipes here for the dressing, so here is a recipe for the salad itself.

Provided by Halcyon Eve

Categories Greens

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 (12 ounce) bag iceberg garden salad
1/4 small red onion, sliced paper-thin
6 -12 pitted black olives
6 mild pepperoncini peppers
1 -2 small roma tomato, sliced
1/2 cup crouton
Italian dressing (or use a recipe for Olive Garden's House Dressing)
freshly grated parmesan cheese, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

In a large glass or wooden salad serving bowl, toss together the lettuce mix, onion slices, olives, pepperoncini, tomatoes, and croutons. Add dressing and toss to combine.
Serve with fresh Parmesan cheese and black pepper to taste.

OLIVE GARDEN COPYCAT SALAD & HOUSE DRESSING

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Categories Leafy Green Salad Dressing

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

3 romaine lettuce hearts, washed and chopped
½ red onion, sliced
2 Roma tomatoes, sliced
4 pickled Pepperoncini
10 large pitted olives
½ cup seasoned croutons
¼ cup fresh shredded Parmesan cheese
Olive Garden House Dressing Copycat
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup water
3 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons extra light tasting olive oil (or other neutral oil)
2 tablespoon fresh grated Romano cheese
½ tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon sugar

Steps:

In the bowl of a blender, combine dressing ingredients and blend until smooth. Place in the refrigerator until ready to serve. In a large salad bowl, layer salad ingredients in order beginning with lettuce. Pour salad dressing over salad and toss to combine. Serve and enjoy! COOK'S NOTE: If you prefer dressing to be yellow in color (like the original) add yellow food coloring. I prefer it natural so I left it out.

Tips:

Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. This will give your salad the best flavor and texture.
Don't overdress the salad. A little bit of dressing goes a long way, so start with a small amount and add more to taste.
Let the salad chill for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the salad to become more flavorful.
Serve the salad with a variety of toppings. This will allow your guests to customize their salads to their liking.
Make sure to have a variety of greens on hand. This will give your salads a more interesting flavor and texture.
Don't be afraid to experiment with different dressings. There are many different types of dressings available, so you can find one that you really enjoy.

Conclusion:

Olive Garden salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a delicious and healthy salad to enjoy, give this Olive Garden salad copycat recipe a try.