Italian House Salad Food

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.

QUICK ITALIAN SALAD

Steps:

• For the dressing: In a blender, add the olive oil, mayonnaise, Parmesan, parsley, sugar, vinegar, black pepper, salt, red pepper flakes, garlic and lemon juice and blend until pureed.
• For the salad: Put the romaine and iceberg greens in a large bowl and toss with the dressing. Top the salad with the pepperoncini, olives, tomatoes and onions. Sprinkle with Parmesan at the end.

SIMPLE ITALIAN SALAD

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 450°. For croutons, spritz bread cubes with butter-flavored spray; place in a bowl. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and garlic powder; toss to coat evenly. , Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake until golden brown, 8-10 minutes, stirring once or twice. Cool. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine romaine, tomatoes, olives, Parmesan cheese, onion and pepperoncini. Drizzle with salad dressing; toss to coat. Top with croutons.

ITALIAN SALAD

Steps:

• In a bowl, whisk the first seven ingredients; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, onions, celery, mozzarella cheese, olives and tomato. Just before serving, add the dressing and toss. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

SWEET ITALIAN HOUSE DRESSING

Steps:

• Place vinegar, garlic, sugar, oregano, salt and pepper in a blender or food processor.
• While the machine is running, slowly drizzle olive oil through the blender top or feed tube until dressing is combined and emulsified.
• Store in an airtight container in refrigerator for up to two weeks.

RESTAURANT-STYLE HOUSE SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, iceberg lettuce, artichoke hearts, red onions and pimentos. Toss together.
• Prepare the dressing by whisking together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, pepper and cheese. Refrigerate until chilled and pour over salad to coat. Toss and serve.

HOUSE ITALIAN DRESSING

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients EXCEPT the whole garlic clove and whole onion and blend thoroughly.
• Test a sample, and adjust or add seasonings to taste.
• Place the clove and onion in the cruet or container that you plan to keep this dressing in.
• Refrigerate, and shake well before serving.