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Olive Garden Salad

A vibrant and flavorful salad featuring fresh vegetables, briny olives, and a homemade Italian dressing that pays homage to Italian family traditions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crisp Lettuce Basics
  • 1 head Fresh romaine or iceberg lettuce For crunch
Juicy Tomato Essentials
  • 2 pieces Ripe tomatoes Halved for maximum juiciness
Flavorful Additions
  • 1 handful Briny olives (Kalamata or green)
  • 1/2 cup Thinly sliced red onion For sharpness
  • 3 pieces Pepperoncini For a fiery kick
Homemade Italian Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Olive oil Use extra virgin for enhanced flavor
  • 1/4 cup Red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Italian herbs
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Finely chop the crisp lettuce and place it in a large salad bowl.
  2. Halve the juicy tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
  3. Scatter a generous handful of olives and toss in the sliced red onion and pepperoncini.
Dressing
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the homemade Italian dressing until it reaches a ribbon-like consistency.
Combine & Serve
  1. Drizzle the dressing generously over the salad and toss gently. Serve immediately.

Notes

For stunning presentation, serve in a clear glass bowl and pair with light Italian white wine. Consider adding sunflower or pumpkin seeds for extra crunch. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.