Loaded Italian Salad with a Copycat Olive Garden Italian Salad Dressing
Experience the vibrant flavors of Italy with this Loaded Italian Salad featuring a Copycat Olive Garden Italian Salad Dressing. This colorful salad is packed with fresh vegetables, savory cured meats, and a creamy dressing that captures the essence of the beloved restaurant version. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner, preparing for a potluck, or looking for a quick meal prep idea, this salad is your go-to option. With its quick preparation and customizable ingredients, it’s perfect for any occasion—guaranteeing satisfaction with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- Green leaf lettuce or Romaine
- Tomatoes
- Red onion
- Pepperoncini peppers
- Salami
- Green olives
- Chickpeas
- Mozzarella cheese
- Dry Italian dressing mix
- Vegetable oil
- White vinegar
Instructions
- Wash and chop the green leaf lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, and pepperoncini peppers.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all chopped vegetables along with salami, green olives, chickpeas, and mozzarella cheese.
- In a separate bowl or jar, mix vegetable oil, white vinegar, mayonnaise, and dry Italian dressing mix with seasoning until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately for freshness or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 25mg