Olive Garden Insalata Recipes

OLIVE GARDEN-STYLE HOUSE SALAD

Steps:

• Make the dressing: Combine the olive oil, vinegar, Miracle Whip, lemon juice, parmesan, garlic salt, Italian seasoning and 1 to 2 tablespoons water in a blender or food processor. Puree until smooth.
• Make the salad: Place the salad blend in a large bowl and top with the red onion, pepperoncini, tomato, olives, croutons and cheese. Drizzle with the dressing and gently toss.

OLIVE GARDEN SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, pepperoncini, olives, and croutons.
• Toss the salad in the bowl, then dress with the Italian dressing and toss again.
• Sprinkle parmesan cheese over the salad and serve with breadsticks.

OLIVE GARDEN SALAD AND DRESSING COPYCAT RECIPE

Steps:

• In a large bowl toss together lettuce, tomatoes, carrots, onions, and olives.
• Top with parmesan, croutons, and pepperocinis.
• Combine all dressing ingredients in a jar, shake vigorously.
• Toss with dressing just before serving. Enjoy!

OLIVE GARDEN SALAD RECIPE

Steps:

• Chop the greens smaller, if desired, and then place in a large bowl.
• Add the sliced tomatoes, olives, croutons, and red onion. Add the cheese, pepperoncini, and additional mix-ins (see notes), if desired.
• Drizzle the desired amount of dressing over the top and toss with salad tongs. Serve immediately.

INSALATA TRICOLORE

Steps:

• Arrange tomato slices on a serving platter. Lay 1 avocado slice on top of each tomato, and top with fresh mozzarella. Drizzle olive oil, then balsamic vinegar over the tops, and season with salt and pepper.

OLIVE GARDEN LASAGNA CLASSICO

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a large pot on high heat. Add the beef and coat it with pepper. Cook through, about 5 to 6 minutes. Remove the beef from the pot and add in the onions, peppers, 1/2 of the garlic, and herbs. Turn the heat to medium and cook the vegetables until soft. Add in the tomato sauce and paste. Season with salt and pepper and let simmer for 1 hour.
• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
• Add the dry lasagna to the boiling water and cook until al dente. Remove and place on baking sheet coated with olive oil. Toss the pasta to coat it completely.
• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
• In a bowl, mix the ricotta and Parmesan well. In a 9 by 12-inch baking dish, begin laying down the pasta. Smooth on a layer of the cheese mixture and spoon on meat sauce. Add another layer of pasta and repeat this process until you reach the top of the dish. The final layer should be cheese mixture and fresh mozzarella.
• Cover with foil and place in the oven. Bake for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and let brown for 15 more minutes.
• To serve, spoon on meat sauce on a warm plate. Place a large square of lasagna on the pool of sauce. Top with Parmesan and a basil leaf.

OLIVE GARDEN INSALATA

Steps:

• Put dressing ingredients into a bottle and shake well. Refrigerate 24 hours before using.
• Chill one salad bowl in freezer for at least 30 minutes. Place bag of salad in bowl. Place on top of lettuce the red onion, black olives, banana peppers, tomatoes, and croutons. Add some freshly grated Parmesan cheese if you like, and add plenty of Olive Garden Insalada Dressing on top, shaking before using.