Description
A crisp and refreshing salad inspired by Olive Garden’s famous house salad, paired with a tangy and creamy Italian dressing.
Ingredients
- 1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 head romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup pepperoncini peppers
- 1 cup croutons
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (for dressing)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine iceberg and romaine lettuce.
- Add red onion, black olives, cherry tomatoes, pepperoncini, croutons, and Parmesan cheese. Toss lightly to mix.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, white vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil, and water until smooth.
- Add garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese to the dressing. Mix well.
- Chill the dressing for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
- Before serving, drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
Notes
- For extra crunch, chill the lettuce before assembling the salad.
- The dressing can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Use store-bought croutons or make your own for a fresher taste.