Indulge in the delectable flavors of Olive Garden's Insalata, a classic Italian salad that combines crisp romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, crunchy croutons, and a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese. Drizzled with a tangy red wine vinaigrette dressing, this refreshing salad is a symphony of textures and flavors, perfect as a light lunch or a vibrant side dish. Elevate your culinary skills with three irresistible variations featured in this article: the classic Olive Garden Insalata, the hearty Insalata with Grilled Chicken, and the vegetarian-friendly Insalata Mista. Each recipe provides step-by-step instructions, ensuring that you can recreate these delightful dishes in the comfort of your own kitchen.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
OLIVE GARDEN SALAD (COPYCAT)
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
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 SALAD AND DRESSING COPYCAT RECIPE
Make your favorite Olive Garden salad with its addicting, delicious dressing at home! Combine simple salad ingredients with a zesty, slightly sweet, slightly tangy Italian dressing for the most perfect copycat recipe ever!
Provided by Tiffany
Categories Salad
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a large bowl toss together lettuce, tomatoes, carrots, onions, and olives.
- Top with parmesan, croutons, and pepperocinis.
- Combine all dressing ingredients in a jar, shake vigorously.
- Toss with dressing just before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 78 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 303 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving
OLIVE GARDEN INSALATA
This is a copycat recipe for Olive Garden's Insalata (the salad they serve tableside). Time does not include the 24 hour chill time.
Provided by Member 610488
Categories Greens
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Put dressing ingredients into a bottle and shake well. Refrigerate 24 hours before using.
- Chill one salad bowl in freezer for at least 30 minutes. Place bag of salad in bowl. Place on top of lettuce the red onion, black olives, banana peppers, tomatoes, and croutons. Add some freshly grated Parmesan cheese if you like, and add plenty of Olive Garden Insalada Dressing on top, shaking before using.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 60.6, Fat 1.2, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 91.5, Carbohydrate 11.8, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 5.4, Protein 1.7
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better your salad will taste. This is especially important for the leafy greens, tomatoes, and cucumbers.
- Choose a good quality olive oil: The olive oil you use will make a big difference in the flavor of your salad. Look for a good quality extra virgin olive oil that has a fruity, peppery flavor.
- Don't overdress your salad: A little bit of dressing goes a long way. Too much dressing will overwhelm the other flavors in the salad.
- Let your salad rest: After you dress your salad, let it rest for a few minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve your salad immediately: Salad is best served immediately after it is made. If you need to make it ahead of time, store the dressing and salad separately and then combine them just before serving.
Conclusion:
Olive Garden Insalata is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make the best Olive Garden Insalata at home.
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