Dairy-Free Olive Garden Salad
Enjoy the fresh, zesty flavors of the classic Olive Garden salad without the dairy in this show-stopping Dairy-Free Olive Garden Salad! Packed with crisp Romaine and Iceberg lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber slices, tangy red onion, Kalamata olives, and bold pepperoncini peppers, this vibrant salad is drenched in a homemade Italian dressing that’s bursting with lemon, garlic, oregano, and basil. Perfect for those seeking a light, healthy, and allergen-friendly option, this easy-to-make recipe comes together in just 20 minutes and serves beautifully as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or side dish. Whether you're hosting or meal prepping, this Dairy-Free Olive Garden Salad delivers restaurant-quality taste right in your own kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups Romaine lettuce
- 4 cups Iceberg lettuce
- 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 cup Red onion
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
- 0.25 cup Pepperoncini peppers
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup Red wine vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Wash and chop the Romaine and Iceberg lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the salad mixture.
Slice the cucumber into thin rounds and add to the bowl.
Add Kalamata olives and pepperoncini peppers to the salad.
In a small mixing bowl, combine extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Whisk together until well emulsified.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine and coat all the ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately or chill for up to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, then serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1489 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 144.0 g | 185% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.0 g | 100% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3456 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.9 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.4 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.9 g | ||
| Protein | 11.6 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 392 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 2082 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
