Copycat Olive Garden Salad and Dressing Recipe

Copycat Olive Garden Salad and Dressing Recipe

Our Copycat Olive Garden Salad is like the restaurant version, even the Olive Garden salad dressing! Skip eating out - make this recipe yourself! 

I am such a fan of Olive Garden that I knew I had to create a few of my favorite copycats to enjoy at home.

When you can't make it to the restaurant, you can always make this salad and copycat dressing for yourself.

And, have you had a chance to try my Olive Garden alfredo sauce? It's a scrumptious copycat recipe loaded with cheese, cream, and a special ingredient to really take it over the top.

Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Parmesano Vino Bianco recipe with a rich and creamy Parmesan white wine cream sauce so delicious it may transport you to Italy.

Olive Garden Copycat Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana is the ultimate copycat recipe of the classic Olive Garden soup made quick and easy in a pressure cooker.

Copycat Olive Garden Salad Ingredients

Olive Garden Salad is so amazing you may eat the salad and skip the meal. Now you can make your own salad dressing copycat recipe at home.

A crisp salad with a tart, sweet, and cheesy dressing will keep you coming back for more!

This Olive Garden Salad has chopped romaine lettuce, red onion, Roma tomatoes, Pepperoncini peppers, pitted olives, and seasoned garlic croutons (try these homemade croutons).

I prefer the crisp of the romaine hearts over the American salad blend, so I used romaine in the salad.

And, of course, what makes it truly special is the Olive Garden salad dressing on top.

The salad dressing is fabulously tart and sweet with creamy Romano cheese throughout. It is absolutely amazing. You are going to love it!

Tools needed

• Blender- You can use any blender, but I absolutely love this one! I use it for ice cream, smoothies, soups, my tomato sauce, and naturally this salad dressing.
• Salad Bowl- 
• Salad Tongs - These bamboo salad hands are my favorite
• Cheese grater - any will work but this is my go to

How to make Olive Garden Salad dressing?

Of course, this copycat Olive Garden salad wouldn't be complete without their signature dressing. 
Thankfully, it's very simple to make at home.

You only need a few simple ingredients to make this including mayonnaise, oil, Romano cheese, and a few seasonings.

If you prefer dressing to be yellow in color (like the original) add pinches of turmeric until it reaches the desired shade (thanks to a reader for the tip).

I left it out in the above photo.

Be sure to let the salad dressing sit in the refrigerator for a few hours before you use it.

This extra time lets the flavors meld. You won't believe the difference it makes.

How do I store leftover dressing?

The dressing will make enough for about four bowls of salad. You can store the leftovers in the refrigerator in a tightly sealed Mason jar.

They will last for about a week. That way, you can enjoy another salad again soon. Or, why not use it to marinate your chicken breasts? They taste amazing that way.

Frequently asked questions

What type of olives are in the Olive Garden salad?

The traditional salad at Olive Garden contains whole black olives. Buy them pitted to save time when preparing the salad.

Of course, you can always add in another type of olive if you prefer. But, black olives are traditional.

 

How many calories are in Olive Garden salad dressing?

The traditional Olive Garden salad dressing contains 80 calories per one fluid ounce. But, if you use the reduced-fat version of their dressing, it contains only 30 calories.

Either way, watch how much you add to this copycat Olive Garden salad because the calories can add up quickly.

What type of cheese do you use in Olive Garden salad?

I use Romano cheese when I make this recipe. But, I have heard from some people that they like to use Parmesan as well.

Please do not buy the powdered mixed cheese in the Italian section of your grocery store. Start with fresh Romano and grate it yourself using a handheld cheese grater.

It's an absolute must and really changes the flavor of the salad.

What should I serve with this salad?

My Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana is a delicious soup to serve along with this copycat salad recipe.

Or, why not enjoy it with a few thick slices of my simple Amish white bread recipe. My no-knead roasted garlic skillet bread would be another delicious option.

Enjoy!

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Copycat Olive Garden Salad and Dressing

Olive Garden Salad is so amazing you may eat the salad and skip the meal. Now you can make your own salad dressing copycat recipe at home. A crisp salad with a tart, sweet and cheesy dressing will keep you coming back for more!

Prep time: 10 MCook time: 0 MTotal time: 20 M

Ingredients

• 3 romaine lettuce hearts, washed and chopped
• 1/2 red onion, sliced
• 2 Roma tomatoes, sliced
• 4 pickled Pepperoncini
• 10 large pitted black olives
• 1/2 cup seasoned croutons
• 1/4 cup fresh shredded Parmesan cheese

Olive Garden House Dressing Copycat

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup water
• 3 tablespoons white vinegar
• 2 tablespoons extra light tasting olive oil (or other neutral oil)
• 2 tablespoon fresh grated Romano cheese
• 1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar

Instructions

1. In the bowl of a blender, combine dressing ingredients and blend until smooth. Place in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
2. In a large salad bowl, layer salad ingredients in order beginning with lettuce. Pour salad dressing over salad and toss to combine.
3. Serve and enjoy!

DONNA'S NOTES

1. If you prefer dressing to be yellow in color (like the original) add pinches of turmeric until it reaches the desired shade (thanks to a reader for the tip). I left it out in the above photo.

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Originally published May 2014, updated and republished August 2020

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Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce Recipe + Video

Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce Recipe + Video

Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce recipe is an easy way to make the creamy cheese sauce at home! Make this copycat recipe for the best pasta sauce!

I love copycat recipes. And, Olive Garden is one of our favorite restaurants. So, it only makes sense that I'd want to try a few Olive Garden copycat recipes at home.

Have you had a chance to try my other copycat recipes?

Copycat Olive Garden Salad and Salad Dressing is so amazing you may eat the salad and skip the meal. Now you can make your own salad dressing copycat recipe at home.

Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Parmesano Vino Bianco recipe with a rich and creamy Parmesan white wine cream sauce so delicious it may transport you to Italy.

Olive Garden Copycat Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana is the ultimate copycat recipe of the classic Olive Garden soup made quick and easy in a pressure cooker.

Meals to Make with Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce

There are so many delicious meals you can make using an Alfredo sauce. Of course, two of the most popular meals are Chicken Alfredo and Broccoli Alfredo.

But, you can easily serve it over gnocchi with chunks of fresh summer vegetables. Or, why not make a ham and ravioli bake start with frozen ravioli and chunks of ham.

If you want something a little bit less formal, have you considered a French Bread pizza with Alfredo sauce instead of pizza sauce?

You can add all of your favorite toppings. Or, why not use it as the base of your favorite cream of soup?

This would work wonderfully with cream of chicken or even cream of potato.

There are lots of different ways you can serve this Alfredo sauce recipe.

Tools needed

You don't need a lot of special tools to make this copycat Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce recipe.

• Medium Sauce Pan-

How to make restaurant recipes at home 

One of the easiest ways to make restaurant recipes like my Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce is to experiment with your cooking.

If you have a favorite restaurant recipe you would like to create, just start with the basic recipe and adjust the seasonings and ingredients until you have matched their taste.

If you don't feel confident enough about your creative cooking ability, I have a lot of copycat restaurant recipes here that I've shared with you.

Try searching your favorite blogs to find the types of copycat recipes you're most interested in. Don't be afraid to make substitutions and see how you and your family like them.

You can always improve on your favorite restaurant's signature dishes.

 

Frequently asked questions

How do you keep Alfredo sauce creamy? 

One of the best things about this Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce is how creamy it is. If you are trying to replicate that at home, you will want to be sure that you use fresh Parmesan cheese.

Avoid using the powdered kind in the green cans. It won't melt as well and the recipe won't be as creamy as you remember it.

And, make sure that you don't overcook it.

Substitutes for heavy cream in Alfredo sauce 

While heavy cream is one of the things that helps make this Alfredo sauce what it is, there are a few possible substitutions.

You can try using soy milk with a dash of olive oil if you want a vegan option. Or, use Greek yogurt and milk combined.

Evaporated milk or milk and butter is another option that might work for you. Half and half will also work in a pinch if you need to substitute.

Storing leftovers 

If you have leftovers when you make my Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce, you should refrigerate them within two hours.

You can store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

 

Freezing the sauce 

If you want to freeze this, it will stay good in an airtight container for up to six months.

When it's time to reheat the frozen sauce, make sure you stir it well to prevent it from separating and curdling.

Don't rush, it's best reheated over low heat.

Uses for Alfredo sauce

I've discussed a few ways you can use this Alfredo sauce already, but here's a quick summary.

• Pasta sauce
• Pizza topping
• Soup base
• Cream topping for steamed vegetables
• Dip for bread sticks
• Add it to mac and cheese
• Chicken Florentine
• A substitute for gravy in your pot pie recipe

Enjoy!

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If you want to see me make this Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce from start to finish, check out the recipe video.

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Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce Recipe

Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce recipe is an easy way to make the creamy cheese sauce at home! Make this copycat recipe for the best pasta sauce!

Prep time: 5 MCook time: 15 MTotal time: 20 M

Ingredients

• 2 cups half and half (or 1 cup milk and 1 cup heavy cream)
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 cup fresh shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup fresh shredded Romano cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or white)

Instructions

1. Whisk together butter, garlic and half & half, bring to a simmer, in a medium saucepan over medium heat. 
2. Remove from heat.
3. Add cheese, a handful at a time. Stir until the cheese is melted and then add the next handful.
4. Return to heat, bring to a simmer. Add salt and pepper. Stir until cheese sauce is smooth and the sauce is this enough to coat the back of the spoon. Allow to cool for 5 minutes. Alfredo sauce will thicken even more as it cools.
5. Serve and enjoy!

DONNA'S NOTES

1. If you want to freeze this, it will stay good in an airtight container for up to six months.
   
   When it's time to reheat the frozen sauce, make sure you stir it well to prevent it from separating and curdling.
   
   Don't rush, it's best reheated over low heat.

https://zeromediasystem.blogspot.com//search?q=olive-garden-copycat-salad-dressing-recipe

Recipe developed by Donna Elick for
Copyright ©2014 – All rights reserved.

Originally published February 2014, updated and republished August 2020

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Best Ever Restaurant Copycat Recipes

Best Ever Restaurant Copycat Recipes

Cravings for your favorite restaurant dishes can just about drive you mad. But with your favorite restaurant copycat recipes at your fingertips, you can enjoy your restaurant favorites in the comfort of your home for a fraction of the cost.

There are somethings I can not seem to get enough of.  I used to eat at Red Lobster just for the biscuits.

Cinnabon used to haunt my thoughts and Chipotle's Barbacoa called to me in my dreams.  Now, I can have my restaurant favorites any time, any day without ever leaving the house and so can you.

Check out our Best Ever Restaurant Copycat Recipes sorted by restaurant name to make your search that much easier.

Is there something missing from our list? A recipe you just have to have? Please comment below and let us know what it is.

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