Description
Experience the vibrant flavors and textures of Olive Garden Salad, a delightful medley that elevates any meal. This refreshing dish combines crunchy romaine lettuce, sweet cherry tomatoes, tangy red onions, and briny Kalamata olives, all topped with crispy croutons and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Perfect as a side dish or light main course, this salad is customizable to suit your taste. Enjoy the fresh tastes of summer all year round!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
- 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 cup croutons
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup Italian dressing
Instructions
- Rinse the romaine lettuce under cold water, then tear it into bite-sized pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, and thinly sliced red onion to the bowl.
- Toss in the pitted Kalamata olives for added flavor.
- Sprinkle croutons on top of the salad mix just before serving to keep them crunchy.
- Finish with shredded Parmesan cheese and drizzle Italian dressing generously over everything.
- Gently toss until all ingredients are well coated. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 ½ cups (200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg