Best 3 Olive Garden Style House Salad Recipes

Olive Garden Style House Salad is an iconic dish that has captivated salad lovers for years. Its light, crisp texture, delectable blend of flavors, and generous portion size have earned it a place as a fan favorite. Whether you're dining in at Olive Garden or looking to recreate this culinary delight in your own kitchen, unraveling the secrets behind this beloved salad will elevate your dining experience to new heights. From selecting the freshest ingredients to mastering the art of dressing preparation, this article will provide you with invaluable insights and step-by-step instructions to craft the perfect Olive Garden Style House Salad, ensuring every bite is a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

OLIVE GARDEN SALAD (COPYCAT)

Olive Garden Salad (Copycat) image

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'S HOUSE SALAD RECIPE - (4.3/5)

Olive Garden's House Salad Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by á-18433

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

SALAD:
1 bag Dole American Blend Salad
1 red onion sliced
4 black olives
6 pepperoncinis
1 cup croutons
1 medium sized tomato
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
DRESSING:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup vinegar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon parsley flakes
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons Romano cheese
Sugar (optional)

Steps:

Chill salad bowl 30 minutes. Put salad mix in bowl, add onions, olives, pepperoncinis, croutons, tomatoes and cheese on top of the salad. Mix ingredients of dressing in a blender. Sweeten with sugar if too tart for your taste. Dressing can be stored for 10 days in refrigerator.

OLIVE GARDEN HOUSE DRESSING

Olive Garden House Dressing image

Make and share this Olive Garden House Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lisa_Roy

Categories < 15 Mins

Time 5m

Yield 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

8 ounces Paul Newman's Vinegar and Oil Dressing
1 garlic clove, peeled and minced
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
3 (1 g) packages Sweet 'n Low (or 1 Tbsp. sugar)

Steps:

Put ingredients into the bottle of dressing and shake well.
Refrigerate for 24 hours before using.

Tips:

Use fresh ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your salad will taste. Use crisp lettuce, ripe tomatoes, and flavorful dressing.
Choose a variety of ingredients: Don't just stick to one or two types of lettuce. Mix and match different varieties to create a salad with a variety of textures and flavors.
Don't overcrowd the salad: A crowded salad is a messy salad. Keep the ingredients to a minimum so that each one can shine.
Dress the salad lightly: A heavy dressing will weigh down the salad and make it soggy. Use a light hand with the dressing, and toss the salad gently to coat the ingredients evenly.
Serve the salad immediately: A salad is best enjoyed fresh. Once it's been dressed, it will start to wilt, so serve it as soon as possible after you've made it.

Conclusion:

The Olive Garden Style House Salad is a classic salad that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make, delicious, and packed with nutrients. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect Olive Garden Style House Salad at home. So next time you're craving a fresh and flavorful salad, give this recipe a try!